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HYMNS 


FOR    THE   USE    OF 


THE  EVANGELICAL  ASSOCIATION, 


AND   OTHERS ; 


TO  PUBLIC   AND  PRIVATE   WORSHIP. 


SIXTH,    IMPROVED    EDITION. 


I  will  sing  unto  the  Lord  as  long  as  I  lire  ; 

I  will  sing  praise  to  my  God  while  I 

have  my  being. — Ps.  civ,  33. 


CLEVELAND,  OHIO. 

PUBLISHED   BY   CHARLES   HAMMER. 

1857. 


Digitized  by  the  Internet  Archive 

in  2012  with  funding  from 

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ADVEBTISEMENT. 


As  the  Evangelical  Hymn  Book,  heretofore 
in  use  among  us,  was  considered  inadequate 
to  the  present  wants  of  our  Church,  the 
General  Conference,  at  its  last  session  in 
Lebanon,  Pa.,  thought  proper  to  appoint  a 
Committee  to  revise  and  enlarge  it;  which, 
was  accordingly  done. 

The  Committee,  in  attending  to  their  im- 
portant charge,  found  it  expedient  to  omit 
some  of  the  old  Hymns,  but  left  the  different 
headings  in  their  former  order,  merely  add- 
ing one  new  one,  viz.,  "National Hymns"  on 
page  490;  and  a  considerable  number  of 
additional  Hymns  have  been  added,  through- 
out the  Book,  selected  from  the  best  collec- 
tions now  in  use,  in  the  various  Protestant 
Churches  of  this  country.  And  now  we 
would  recommend  this  revised  and  enlarged 
edition  particularly  to  the  members  of  our 
Church  as  a  Standard  Hymn  Book,  worthy 
of  a  place  in  every  family  ;  feeling  confi- 
dent that  it  will  be  found  to  contain  a  choice 
and  appropriate  selection  of  evangelical 
Hymns  for  Private  Devotion,  as  well  as  for 
Family,  Social,  and  Public  Worship. 

Charles  Hammer, 

Publisher. 

Cleveland,  January,  1857. 


CONTENTS. 


Page. 

BEING  ana  Attributes  of  God 7 

The  Scriptures 24 

The  Fall  and  Depravity  of  Man 34 

'Christ  and  the  Atonement 42 

Holy   Spirit 75 

The  Spread  of  the  Gospel 84 

Awakening  and  Inviting... 106 

Penitential 142 

Justification  by  Faith ... 176 

Regeneration    ... 195 

Adoption   and  Assurance 202 

Full  Redemption 211 

Rejoicing  and  Praise 231 

Prayer  and  Intercession 260 

Watchfulness  ... 282 

•Christian  Fellowship 290 

The    Christian's   Warfare 306 

Trusting  in  Grace  and  Providence......  325 

Religious  Formality  349 

Spiritual   Declension 855 

Pastoral .... ~ 366 

[Baptism . 376 

The  Lord's  Supper 381 

Sabbath 388 

Family  Worship 393 

Time .. 405 

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6  CONTENTS. 

Page. 

Death   and   Funerals 413 

Resurrection 429 

Judgment 435 

Eternity  445 

Heaven 449 

Hell  465 

Parting 468 

Laying  the  corner-stone  of  a  church...  474 

Dedication  of  a  place  of  worship 477 

Ordination  482 

Missionary  Hymns 483 

Sabbath   Schools 485 

National  Hymns ,  490 

Seasons  of  the  Year 493 

Temperance 497 

Marriage  500 

Miscellaneous  502 

Doxologies 552 


HYMNS. 

BEING  AND  ATTRIBUTES   OF 
GOD. 

1  L.  M. 

God  seen  in  his  works. 

1  npHERE  is  a  God,  all  nature  speaks, 

1     Through  earth,  and  air,  and  seas,  and 
skies  ; 
*  See,  from  the  clouds  his  glory  breaks, 
When  the  first  beams  of  morning  rise. 

2  He  lives  !  the  everlasting  God, 

That  built  the  world,  that  spread  the  deep; 
The  heavens  with  all  their  hosts  he  formed, 
And  the  dark  regions  of  the  dead. 

3  The  rising  sun,  serenely  bright, 
Throughout  the  world's  extended  frame, 
Inscribes,  in  characters  of  light, 

His  mighty  Maker's  glorious  Name. 

4  The  flow'ry  tribes  all  blooming  rise 
Above  the  weak  attempts  of  art ; 

The  smallest  worms,  the  meanest  flies, 
Speak  sweet  conviction  to  the  heart. 

5  Ye  curious  minds,  who  roam  abroad, 
And  trace  creation's  wonders  o'er, 
Confess  the  footsteps  of  your  God, 
Bow  down  before  him,  and  adore. 

7 


1T 


BEING  AND 
C.  M. 

Eternity  of  God. 

HOU  didst,  0  mighty  God,  exist, 
Ere  time  began  its  race  ; 
Before  the  ample  elements 
Filled  up  the  void  of  space. 

2  Before  the  pondrous  earthly  globe 

In  fluid  air  was  stayed ; 
Before  the  ocean's  mighty  springs 
Their  liquid  stores  displayed. 

3  Ere  men  adored  or  angels  knew, 

Or  praised  thy  wondrous  Name  ; 
Thy  bliss,  (0  sacred  spring  of  life  !) 
And  glory  were  the  same. 

4  And  when  the  pillars  of  the  world 

With  sudden  ruin  break, 
And  all  this  vast  and  goodly  frame 
Sinks  in  the  mighty  wreck : 

5  When  from  her  orb  the  moon  shall  start, 

Th'  astonished  sun  roll  back; 
While  all  the  trembling  starry  lamps 
Their  ancient  course  forsake  : 

6  For  ever  permanent  and  fixed, 

From  agitation  free, 
Unchanged  in  everlasting  years, 
Shall  thy  existence  be. 

3  L.  M. 

Eternal  and  Sovereign  God. 

EHOVAH  reigns;  he  dwells  in  light, 
Girded  with  majesty  and  might;      • 


JJ 


ATTRIBUTES    OF    GOD.  V 

The  world,  created  by  his  hands, 
Still  on  its  first  foundation  stands. 

2  But  ere  this  spacious  world  was  made, 
Or  had  its  first  foundation  laid, 

Thy  throne  eternal  ages  stood, 
Thyself  the  ever-living  God. 

3  Like  floods  the  angry  nations  rise, 
And  aim  their  rage  against  the  skies ; 
Vain  floods,  that  aim  their  rage  so  high  ! 
At  thy  rebuke  the  billows  die. 

4  For  ever  shall  thy  throne  endure  ; 
Thy  promise  stands  forever  sure  ; 
And  everlasting  holiness 
Becomes  the  dwellings  of  thy  grace. 

4  S.  M. 

Jesus  reigns. 

1  pa^HE  God  Jehovah  reigns, 

H      Let  all  the  nations  fear  ; 

Let  sinners  tremble  at  his  throne, 

And  saints  be  humble  there. 

2  Jesus  the  Saviour  reigns, 

Let  earth  adore  its  Lord ; 
Bright  cherubs  his  attendants  stand, 
Swift  to  fulfill  his  word. 

3  In  Zion  stands  his  throne, 

His  honors  are  divine  ; 
His  Church  shall  make  his  wonders  known, 
For  there  his  glories  shine. 

4  How  holy  is  his  Name  ! 

How  glorious  his  praise  ! 
Justice  and  truth  and  judgment  join, 
In  all  his  works  of  arrace. 


10  BEING  AND 

5  Exalt  the  Lord  our  God, 

Whose  grace  is  still  the  same ; 
Still  he's  a  God  of  holiness, 
And  jealous  for  his  Name. 

5  C.  M. 

God  is  glorious. 

1  TT1 ATHER,  how  wide  thy  glory  shines ! 
3l    How  high  thy  wonders  rise  ! 
Known  through   the   earth  by   thousand 

signs, 

By  thousands  through  the  skies : 
Those  mighty  orbs  proclaim  thy  power  : 

Their  motions  speak  thy  skill: 
And  on  the  wings  of  every  hour 

We  read  thy  patience  still. 

2  Part  of  thy  Name  divinely  stands 

On  all  thy  creatures  writ, 
They  show  the  labor  of  thy  hands, 

Or  impress  of  thy  feet ; 
But  when  we  view  thy  strange  design 

To  save  rebellious  worms, 
Where  vengeance  and  compassion  join 

In  their  divinest  forms  : 

3  Here  the  whole  Deity  is  known, 

Nor  dares  a  creature  guess 
Which  of  the  glories  brighter  shone, 

The  justice  or  the  grace; 
Now  the  full  glories  of  the  Lamb, 

Adorn  the  heavenly  plains : 
Bright  seraphs  learn  Immanuel's  name, 

And  try  their  choicest  strains. 

4  0  may  I  bear  some  humble  part 

In  that  immortal  song  I 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  11 

Wonder  and  joy  shall  tune  my  heart, 
And  love  command  my   tongue. 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Who  sweetly  all  agree 

To  save  a  world  of  sinners  lost, 
Eternal  glory  be. 

6  CM. 

The  Trinity. 

1  TTAIL,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost ! 
Jtl  One  God  in  persons  three: 

Of  thee  we  make  our  joyful  boast, 
And  homage  pay  to  thee. 

2  Present  alike  in  every  place, 

Thy  Godhead  we  adore: 
Beyond  the  bounds  of  time  and  space 
Thou  dwellest  evermore. 

3  In  wisdom  infinite  thou  art, 

Thine  eye  doth  all  things  see; 
And  every  thought  of  every  heart, 
Is  fully  known  to  thee. 

4  Whate'er  thou  wilt  in  earth  below, 

Thou  dost  in  heaven  above ; 
But  chiefly  we  rejoice  to  know 
Th'  Almighty  God  of  love. 
6  Thou  lov'st  whate'er  thy  hands  have  made, 
Thy  goodness  we  rehearse, 
In  shining  characters  displayed 
Throughout  the  universe. 
6  Mercy,  with  love  and  endless  grace, 
O'er  all  thy  works  doth  reign  ; 
But  mostly  thou  delight'st  to  bless, 
Thy  favorite  creature  man. 


12  BEING   AND 

7  Wherefore  let  every  creature  give 
To  thee  the  praise  designed ; 
But  chiefly.  Lord,  the  thanks  receive, 
The  hearts  of  all  mankind. 

¥  CM. 

Infinite  love. 

1  A  THOUSAND  oracles  divine 
J\_  Their  common  beams  unite  ; 
That  sinners  may  with  angels  join, 

To  worship  God  aright. 

2  To  praise  a  Trinity  ador'd 

By  all  the  hosts  above ; 
And  one  thrice  holy  God  and  Lord, 
Through  endless  ages  love. 

3  Triumphant  host  !  they  never  cease 

To  laud  and  magnify 
The  Triune  God  of  Holiness, 
Whose  glory  fills  the  sky. 

4  Whose  glory  to  this  earth  extends, 

When  God  himself  imparts, 
And  the  whole  Trinity  descends 
Into  our  faithful  hearts. 

5  By  faith  the  upper  choir  we  meet, 

And  challenge  them  to  sing 
Jehovah,  on  his  shining  seat, 
Our  Maker  and  our  King. 

6  But  God,  made  flesh,  is  wholly  ours, 

And  asks  our  noblest  strain  ; 
The  Father  of  celestial  powers, 
The  Friend  of  earth-born  man ! 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  Id 

7  Ye  seraphs,  nearest  to  the  throne, 

With  rapturous  amaze 
On  us,  poor  ransomed  worms,  look  down, 
For  heaven's  superior  praise  ! 

8  The  King,  whose  glorious  face  ye  see, 

For  us  his  crown  resigned; 
That  fullness  of  the  Deity, 
He  died  for  all  mankind  t 

8  C.  M. 

God's  wisdom  and  goodness. 

1  "O  LEST  be  our  everlasting  Lord, 
_13   Our  Father,  God,  and  King  ! 
Thy  sov'reign  goodness  we  record, 

Thy  glorious  power  we  sing. 

2  By  thee  the  victory  is  given  : 

The  majesty  divine, 
"Wisdom  and  might,  and  earth  and  heaven. 
And  all  therein,  are  thine. 

3  The  kingdom,  Lord,  is  thine  alone, 

Who  dost  thy  right  maintain  ; 
And,  high  on  thine  eternal  throne, 
O'er  men  and  angels  reign. 

4  Riches,  as  seemeth  good  to  thee, 

Thou  dost,  and  honor,  give ; 
And  kings  their  power  and  dignity 
Out  of  thy  hand  receive. 

5  Thou  hast  on  us  the  grace  bestowed, 

Thy  greatness  to  proclaim  ! 
And  therefore  now  we  thank  our  God, 
And  praise  thy  glorious  Name. 

6  Thy  glorious  Name,  thy  nature's  powers*, 

Thou  dost  to  us  make  known ; 


14  BEING   AND 

And  all  the  Deity  is  ours, 
Through  thine  incarnate  Son. 

9  L.  M. 
Solemn  reverence. 

1  Tjl  TERNAL  Power,  whose  high  abode 
Sub   Becomes  the  grandeur  of  our  God ; 
Infinite  lengths,  beyond  the  bounds 
Where  stars  revolve  their  little  rounds : 

2  Thee  while  the  first  archangel  sings, 
He  hides  his  face  beneath  his  wings : 
And  ranks  of  shining  thrones  around 
Fall  worshiping,  and  spread  the  ground. 

3  Lord,  what  shall  earth  and  ashes  do  ? 
We  would  adore  our  Maker  too ! 
From  sin  and  dust  to  thee  we  cry, 
The  Great,  the  Holy,  and  the  High ! 

4  Earth,  from  afar,  hath  heard  thy  fame, 
And  worms  have  learnt  to  lisp  thy  Name  ; 
But  0  !  the  glories  of  thy  mind 

Leave  all  our  soaring  thoughts  behind ! 

5  God  is  in  heaven,  men  are  below: 

Be  short  our  tunes ;  our  words  be  few  ! 
And  solemn  rev'rence  checks  our  songs, 
And  praise  sits  silent  on  our  tongues. 

10  L.  M. 
God  is  almighty. 

1  i^i  IVE  to  the  Lord,  ye  sons  of  fame, 
\Jf  Give  to  the  Lord  renown  and  power; 
Ascribe  due  honors  to  his  Name, 

And  his  eternal  might  adore. 

2  The  Lord  proclaims  his  power  aloud, 

Over  the  ocean  and  the  land  ; 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  15 

His  voice  divides  the  watery  cloud, 
And  lightnings  blaze  at  his  command. 

3  He  speaks — and  tempest,  hail,  and  wind, 

Lay  the  wide  forest  bare  around  ; 
The  fearful  hart  and  frighted  hind 
Leap  at  the  terror  of  the  sound. 

4  To  Lebanon  he  turns  his  voice, 

And  lo  !  the  stately  cedars  break  ; 
The  mountains  tremble  at  the  noise, 
The  valleys  roar,  the  deserts  quake. 

5  The  Lord  sits  Sov'reign  on  the  flood, 

„The  Thund'rer  reigns  for  ever  King  ; 
But  makes  his  church  his  bless'd  abode, 
Where  we  his  awful  glories  sing. 

6  In  gentler  language  there  the  Lord 

The  counsels  of  his  grace  imparts ; 
Amidst  the  raging  storm  his  word 

Speaks  peace  and  courage  to  our  hearts. 

11  L.  M. 

Power  and  dominion  of  God. 

1  fnglHE  Lord,  the  God  of  glory,  reigns, 

H      In  robes  of  majesty  arrayed; 
His  rule  Omnipotence  sustains, 
And   guides   the   worlds  his  hands  have 
made. 

2  Ere  rolling  worlds  began  to  move,. 

Or  ere  the  heavens  were  stretched  abroad, 
Thy  awful  throne  was  fixed  above  ; 
From  everlasting  thou  art  God. 

3  The  swelling  floods  tumultuous  rise, 
Aloud  the  angry  tempests  roar ; 


16  BEING  AND 

Lift  tlieir  proud  billows  to  the  skies, 
And  foam  and  lash  the  trembling  shore. 

4  The  Lord,  the  mighty  God  on  high, 
Controls  the  fiercely  raging  seas  ; 

He  speaks — and  noise  and  tempest  fly, 
The  waves  sink  down  in  gentle  peace. 

5  Thy  sov'reign  laws  are  ever  sure, 
Eternal  holiness  is  thine  ; 

And  Lord,  thy  people  shall  be  pure, 
And  in  thy  blest  resemblance  shine. 

12  L.  M. 

The  all-seeing  God. 

1  X  ORD,  thou  hast  searched  and  seen  me 
3iJ  through ; 

Thine  eye  commands,  with  piercing  view, 

My  rising  and  my  resting  hours, 

My  heart  and  flesh,  with  all  their  powers. 

2  Within  thy  circling  power  I  stand ; 
On  every  side  I  find  thy  hand: 
Awake,  asleep,  at  home,  abroad, 

I  am  surrounded  still  by  God. 

3  Amazing  knowledge,  vast  and  great ! 
What  large  extent  !  what  lofty  height  ! 
My  soul,  with  all  the  powers  I  boast, 

Is  in  the  boundless  prospect  lost. 

4  Could  I  so  false,  so  faithless  prove, 
To  quit  thy  service  and  thy  love; 
Where,  Lord,  could  I  thy  presence  shun, 
Or  from  thy  dreadful  glory  run  ? 

5  If  up  to  heaven  I  take  my  flight, 

;Tis  there  thou  dwell'st  enthroned  in  light; 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  17 

Or  dive  to  hell,  where  vengeance  reigns, 
And  Satan  groans  beneath  thy  chains. 

«6  If,  mounted  on  a  morning  ray, 
I  fly  beyond  the  western  sea  ; 
Thy  swifter  hand  would  first  arrive, 
And  there  arrest  thy  fugitive. 

7  (Or  should  I  try  to  shun  thy  sight 
Beneath  the  spreading  veil  of  night ; 
One  glance  of  thine,  one  piercing  ray 
Would  kindle  darkness  into  day. 

8  The  veil  of  night  is  no  disguise, 

No  screen  from  thy  all-searching  eyes  ; 
Thy  hand  can  seize  thy  foes  as  soon 
Through  midnight  shades,  as  blazing  noon. 

'9  Midnight  and  noon  in  this  agree, 
Great  God,  they're  both  alike  to  thee : 
Not  death  can  hide  what  God  will  spy, 
And  hell  lies  naked  to  his  eye. 

10  0  may  these  thoughts  possess  my  breast, 
Where'er  I  rove,  where'er  I  rest! 
Nor  let  my  weaker  passions  dare 
Consent  to  sin,  for  God  is  there. 

13  C.  M. 

Omniscience  of  God. 

1  T  ORD,  all  I  am  is  known  to  thee ; 
MJi  In  vain  my  soul  would  try 
To  shun  thy  presence,  or  to  flee 
The  notice  of  thine  eye. 

"2  Thy  all-surrounding  sight  surveys 
My  rising  and  my  rest, 

H 


18  BEING  AND 

My  public  walks,  my  private  ways, 
The  secrets  of  my  breast. 

3  My  thoughts  lie  open  to  thee,  Lord, 

Before  they're  form'd  within, 
And  ere  my  lips  pronounce  the  word, 
Thou  know'st  the  sense  I  mean. 

4  0  wondrous  knowledge  !  deep  and  high ! 

Where  can  a  creature  hide  ? 
Within  thy  circling  arms  I  lie, 
Beset  on  every  side. 

5  So  let  thy  grace  surround  me  still, 

And  like  a  bulwark  prove, 
To  guard  my  soul  from  every  ill, 
Secur'd  by  sovereign  love. 

14  C.  M. 

1  rilHE  eye  of  God  is  everywhere 

1     To  watch  the  sinner's  ways ; 
He  sees  who  join  in  humble  pray'r, 
And  who  in  solemn  praise. 

2  One  glance  of  thine,  eternal  Lord, 

Can  pierce  and  search  us  through  ; 
Nor  heaven,  nor  earth,  nor  hell  afford 
A  shelter  from  thy  view  ! 

3  The  universe,  in  every  part, 

At  once  before  thee  lies  ; 
And  every  thought  of  every  heart, 
Is  open  to  thine  eyes. 

4  Prepare  us,  Lord,  to  pray  and  praise 

With  fervent,  holy  love  ; 
And  fit  us  by  thy  word  of  grace, 
To  worship  thee  above. 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  19 

15  L.  M. 

Holiness  of  God. 

1  TTFOLY  as  thou,  0  Lord,  is  none  ! 
XI  Thy  holiness  is  all  thy  own ; 
A  drop  of  that  unbounded  sea 

Is  ours,  a  drop  deriv'd  from  thee. 

2  And  when  thy  purity  we  share, 
Thy  only  glory  we  declare ; 
And  humbled  into  nothing,  own, 
Holy  and  pure  is  God  alone. 

3  Sole,  self-existing  God  and  Lord, 
By  all  thy  heavenly  hosts  ador'd ; 
Let  all  on  earth  bow  down  to  thee, 
And  own  thy  peerless  majesty: 

4  Thy  power  unparallel'd  confess, 
Establish' d  on  the  Rock  of  peace  ; 
The  Rock  that  never  shall  remove, 
The  Rock  of  pure,  almighty  love. 

16  L.  M. 

'The  Justice  of  God. 

1  TT*  TERNAL  King !  the  greatest,  best, 
luA   For  ever  glorious,  ever  blest ; 
The  great  I  AM,  Jehovah,  Lord, 

By  seraphim  and  saints  ador'd. 

2  Justice  the  firm  foundation  lays 

Of  all  thy  laws,  thy  works  and  ways ; 

Obedient  souls  will  ever  find 

A  God  that's  faithful,  loving,  kind. 

3  But  he  who  sins  becomes  accurs'd, 
Or  God  would  be  no  longer  just  : 
Curs'd  is  the  man  who  dares  withdraw 
Obedience  from  thy  holy  law. 


20  BEING  AND 

4  "Where  then,  great  God,  or  how  shall  we 
Approach  thy  dreadful  majesty  ! 
Thy  sacred  law  we  oft  have  broke, 
And  stand  obnoxious  to  thy  stroke. 

6  But  0  thou  Holy,  Just  and  True  ! 
Though  justice  must  have  all  its  due, 
Thou  canst  be  just,  yet  justify 
The  soul  that  doth  on  Christ  rely. 

6  0  boundless  wisdom,  love  and  power ! 
Thy  matchless  mercy  we  adore, 

That  found  out  this  amazing  plan, 
To  save  thy  ruin'd  creature,  man. 

7  We  plead  the  suff' rings  of  thy  Son  ; 
We  plead  his  righteousness  alone  ; 

He  bore  the  curse,  whence  thou  art  just 
In  pard'ning  those  who  were  accurs'd. 

17  C.  M. 

Goodness  of  God. 

1  "VTE  humble  souls,  approach  your  God 

X    With  songs  of  sacred  praise  ; 
For  he  is  good,  immensely  good, 
And  kind  are  all  his  ways. 

2  All  nature  owns  his  guardian  care, 

In  him  we  live  and  move  ; 
But  nobler  benefits  declare 
The  wonders  of  his  love. 

3  He  gave  his  Son,  his  only  Son, 

To  ransom  rebel  worms ; 
'Tis  here  he  makes  his  goodness  known 
In  its  diviner  forms. 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  21 

4  To  this  dear  refuge,  Lord,  we  come  ; 

'Tis  here  our  hope  relies ; 
A  safe  defence,  a  peaceful  home, 
When  storms  of  trouble  rise. 

5  Thine  eye  beholds,  with  kind  regard, 

The  souls  who  trust  in  thee ; 
Their  humble  hope  thou  wilt  reward 
With  bliss  divinely  free. 

6  Great  God,  to  thy  almighty  love, 

What  honors  shall  we  raise  ? 
Not  all  the  raptur'd  songs  above 
Can  render  equal  praise. 

1§  C.  M. 

Love  of  God. 

1  f^\  OME  ye  that  know  and  fear  the  Lord, 
\J  And  lift  your  souls  above ; 

Let  every  heart  and  voice  accord, 
To  sing  that  God  is  love. 

2  This  precious  truth  his  word  declares, 

And  all  his  mercies  prove  ; 
Jesus,  the  Gift  of  gifts,  appears, 
To  show  that  God  is  love. 

3  Sinai,  in  clouds,  and  smoke,  and  fire, 

Thunders  his  dreadful  name  ; 
But  Zion  sings,  in  melting  notes, 
The  honors  of  the  Lamb. 

4  In  all  his  doctrines  and  commands, 

His  counsels  and  designs, 
In  every  work  his  hands  have  fram'd, 
His  love  supremely  shines. 


22  BEING  AND 

5  Angels  and  men  the  news  proclaim, 
Thro'  earth  and  heaven  above, 
The  joyful  and  transporting  news, 
That  God,  the  Lord,  is  love. 

19  C  M. 


*T 


HY  ceaseless, 
Unmerited  and  free, 
Delights  our  evil  to  remove, 
And  help  our  misery. 


2  Thou  waitest  to  be  gracious  still, 

Thou  dost  with  sinners  bear, 
That  sav'd  we  may  thy  goodness  feel, 
And  all  thy  grace  declare. 

3  Thy  goodness  and  thy  truth  to  me, 

To  every  soul  abound ; 
A  vast  unfathomable  sea, 

Where  all  our  thoughts  are  drown' d. 

4  Its  streams  the  whole  creation  reach, 

So  plenteous  is  the  store ; 
Enough  for  all,  enough  for  each, 
Enough  for  evermore. 

5  Faithful,  0  Lord,  thy  mercies  are  ! 

A  rock  that  cannot  move  : 
A  thousand  promises  declare 
Thy  constancy  of  love. 

6  Throughout  the  universe  it  reigns, 

Unalterably  sure : 
And  while  the  truth  of  God  remains, 
His  goodness  must  endure. 


ATTRIBUTES  OF  GOD.  23 

20  L.  M. 

Perfections  of  God  united. 

1  TNFINITE  grace !  and  can  it  foe 

I    That  heaven's  Supreme  should  stoop  so 
To  visit  one  so  vile  as  I,  [1°wj 

One  who  has  foeen  his  foitt'rest  foe  ? 

2  Can  holiness  and  wisdom  join 

With  truth,  with  justice,  and  with  grace ; 
To  make  eternal  blessings  mine, 
And  sin  with  all  its  guilt  erase  ? 

3  0  love !  beyond  conception  great, 
That  form'd  the  vast,  stupendous  plan! 
Where  all  divine  perfections  meet, 

To  reconcile  rebellious  man ! 

4  There  wisdom  shines,  in  fullest  blaze, 
And  justice  all  her  rights  maintains ! 
Astonish' d  angels  stoop  to  gaze, 
While  mercy  o'er  the  guilty  reigns. 

5  Yes,  mercy  reigns,  and  justice  too, 

In  Christ  they  both  harmonious  meet  ; 
He  paid  to  justice  all  her  due, 
And  now  he  fills  the  mercy-seat. 

6  Such  are  the  wonders  of  our  God, 
And  such  th'  amazing  depths  of  grace, 
To  save  from  wrath's  vindictive  rod, 
The  chosen  sons  of  Adam's  race. 

7  With  grateful  songs  then  let  our  souls, 
Surround  our  gracious  Father's  throne ; 
And  all  between  the  distant  poles 

His  truth  and  mercy  ever  own. 


24  THE    SCRIPTURES- 

THE  SCRIPTURES. 

21  C.  M. 

1  TTOW  precious  is  the  Book.  Divine,. 
XI  By  inspiration  given! 

Bright  as  a  lamp  its  doctrines  shiner 
To  guide  our  souls  to  heaven. 

2  It  sweetly  cheers  our  drooping  hearts 

In  this  dark  vale  of  tears ; 
Life,  light,  asd  joy,  it  still  imparts, 
And  quells  our  rising  fears. 

3  This  lamp,  through  all  the  tedious  night 

Of  life,  shall  guide  our  way,. 
Till  we  behold  the  clearer  light 
Of  an  eternal  day. 

22  L.  M. 

1  'FTVWAS  by  an  order  from  the  Lord', 

1,    The  ancient  prophets  spoke  his  word ; 
His  Spirit  did  their  tongues  inspire, 
And  warm'dtheir  hearts  with  heavenly  fire. 

2  The  works  and  wonders  which  they 

wrought, 
Confirm' d  the  messages  they  brought; 
The  prophet's  pen  succeeds  his  breath, 
To  save  the  holy  words  from  death. 
C  Great  God !  mine  eyes  with  pleasure  look 
On  the  dear  volume  of  thy  Book ; 
There  my  Redeemer's  face  I  see, 
And  read  his  name  who  died  for  me. 

4  Let  the  false  raptures  of  the  mind 
Be  lost  and  vanish  in  the  wind  •„ 


THE   SCRIPTURES.  25 

Here  I  can  fix  my  hopes  secure, 
This  is  thy  word,  and  must  endure. 

23  L.  M. 

1  TjTTERNAL  Spirit!  'twas  thy  breath 
3-A   The  oracles  of  truth  inspir'd, 
And  kings,  and  holy  seers  of  oldT 
With  strong  prophetic  impulse  fir'd. 

2  Fill'd  with  thy  great  almighty  power, 
Their  lips  with  heavenly  science  flow'd; 
Their  hands  a  thousand  wonders  wrought, 
Which  bore  the  signature  of  God. 

3  With  gladsome  hearts  they  spread  the  news 
Of  pardon,  through  a  Saviour's  blood, 
And  to  a  num'rous  seeking  crowd 
Mark'd  out  the  path  to  his  abode. 

4  The  powers  of  earth  and  hell  in  vain 
Against  the  sacred  word  combine  ; 
Thy  providence  through  every  age, 
Securely  guards  the  Book  Divine. 

t>  Thee,  its  great  Author,  source  of  light, 
Thee,  its  preserver,  we  adore ; 
And  humbly  ask  a  ray  from  thee, 
Its  hidden  wonders  to  explore. 

24  C.  M. 

ATHER  of  mercies,  in  thy  word 
What  endless  glory  shines ! 
For  ever  be  thy  name  ador'd 
For  these  celestial  lines  ! 

2  Here  may  the  wretched  sons  of  waat 
Exhaustless  riches  find; 


F 


26  THE    SCRIPTURES. 

Riches,  above  what  earth  can  grant, 
And  lasting  as  the  mind. 

3  Here  the  fair  tree  of  knowledge  grows, 

And  yields  a  sweet  repast ; 
Sublimer  sweets  than  nature  knows, 
Invite  the  longing  taste. 

4  Here  springs  of  consolation  rise 

To  cheer  the  fainting  mind  ; 
And  thirsty  souls  receive  supplies, 
And  sweet  refreshment  find. 

5  Here  the  Redeemer's  welcome  voice 

Spreads  heavenly  peace  around; 
And  life  and  everlasting  joys 
Attend  the  blissful  sound. 

6  0  may  these  heavenly  pages  be 

My  ever  dear  delight, 
And  still  new  beauties  may  I  see, 
And  still  increasing  light ! 

7  Divine  Instructor,  gracious  Lord, 

Be  thou  for  ever  near ; 
Teach  me  to  love  thy  sacred  word, 
And  view  my  Saviour  there  ! 

25  C.  M. 


1  np 


HE  counsels  of  redeeming  grace 
The  sacred  leaves  unfold : 
And  here  the  Saviour's  lovely  face, 
Our  raptur'd  eyes  behold. 

Here  light  descending  from  above, 
Directs  our  doubtful  feet ; 

Here  promises  of  heavenly  love, 
Our  ardent  wishes  meet. 


THE   SCRIPTURES.  27 

3  Our  num'rous  griefs  are  here  reclrest, 

And  all  our  wants  supplied : 
Naught  we  can  ask  to  make  us  blest, 
Is  in  this  book  denied. 

4  For  these  inestimable  gains, 

That  so  enrich  the  mind, 
0  may  we  search  with  eager  pains, 
Assur'd  that  we  shall  find. 

26  C  M. 

1  nnHE  Spirit  breathes  upon  the  word, 

JL    And  brings  the  truth  to  sight ; 
Precepts  and  promises  afford 
A  sanctifying  light. 

2  A  glory  gilds  the  sacred  page, 

Majestic  like  the  sun  ; 
It  gives  a  light  to  every  age, 
It  gives — but  borrows  none. 

3  The  hand  that  gave  it  still  supplies 

The  gracious  light  and  heat : 
His  truth  upon  the  nations  rise, 
They  rise,  but  never  set. 

4  Let  everlasting  thanks  be  thine, 

For  such  a  bright  display, 
As  makes  a  world  of  darkness  shine, 
With  beams  of  heavenly  day. 

2?  C.  M. 

1  T  ADEN  with  guilt,  and  full  of  fears, 
JLj  I  fly  to  thee,  my  Lord : 

And  not  a  ray  of  hope  appears, 
But  in  thy  written  word. 

2  The  volume  of  my  Father's  grace 

Does  all  my  griefs  assuage  ; 


28  THE    SCRIPTURES. 

Here  I  behold  my  Saviour's  face 
Almost  in  every  page. 

3  This  is  the  field,  where  hidden  lies 

The  pearl  of  price  unknown ; 
That  merchant  is  divinely  wise, 
Who  makes  the  pearl  his  own. 

4  This  is  the  judge  that  ends  the  strife, 

Where  wit  and  reason  fail ; 
My  guide  to  everlasting  life, 
Through  all  this  gloomy  vale. 

5  0  may  thy  counsels,  mighty  God ! 

My  roving  feet  command ; 
Nor  I  forsake  the  happy  road, 
That  leads  to  thy  right  hand. 

28  C.  M. 

1ITOW  shall  the  young  secure  their  hearts, 
JX  And  guard  their  lives  from  sin  ? 
Thy  word  the  choicest  rules  imparts 
To  keep  the  conscience  clean. 

2  When  once  it  enters  to  the  mind, 

It  spreads  such  light  abroad, 
The  meanest  souls  instruction  find, 
And  raise  their  thoughts  to  God. 

3  'Tis  like  the  sun,  a  heavenly  light, 

That  guides  us  all  the  day  ; 
And  through  the  dangers  of  the  night 
A  lamp  to  lead  our  way. 

4  The  men  that  keep  thy  law  with  care, 

And  meditate  thy  word, 
Grow  wiser  than  their  teachers  are, 
And  better  know  the  Lord. 


THE    SCRIPTURES.  29 

5  Thy  precepts  make  me  truly  wise  : 

I  hate  the  sinner's  road; 
I  hate  my  own  vain  thoughts  that  rise, 
But  love  thy  law,  my  God. 

6  Thy  word  is  everlasting  truth ; 

How  pure  is  every  page ! 
That  holy  book  shall  guide  our  youth, 
And  will  support  our  age. 

29  L.  M. 

1  f^i  OD,  in  the  Gospel  of  his  Son, 

\JK  Makes  his  eternal  counsels  known; 
Where  love  in  all  its  glory  shines, 
And  truth  is  drawn  in  fairest  lines. 

2  Here  sinners  of  an  humble  frame 

May  taste  his  grace  and  learn  his  name ; 
May  read,  in  characters  of  blood, 
The  wisdom,  power,  and  grace  of  God. 

3  The  pris'ner  here  may  break  his  chains, 
The  weary  rest  from  all  his  pains, 

The  captive  feel  his  bondage  cease, 
The  mourner  find  the  way  of  peace. 

4  Here  faith  reveals  to  mortal  eye s 
A  brighter  world  beyond  the  skies ; 

Here  shines  the  light  which  guides  our  way 
From  earth  to  realms  of  endless  day. 

5  0  grant  us  grace,  Almighty  Lord! 
To  read  and  mark  thy  holy  word  ; 
Its  truth  with  meekness  to  receive, 
And  by  its  holy  precepts  live. 

30  C.  M. 

1    TTESUS,  my  Saviour  and  my  Lord, 
fcl    To  thee  I   lift  my  eyes ; 


30  THE    SCRIPTURES. 

Teach  and  instruct  me  by  thy  word, 
And  make  me  truly  wise. 

2  Make  me  to  know  and  understand 

Thy  whole  revealed  will ; 
Fain  would  I  learn  to  comprehend 
Thy  love  more  clearly  still. 

3  Help  me  to  read  this  volume  o'er 

With  new  and  fresh  delight, 

Help  me  to  love  its  Author  more, 

To  seek  thee  day  and  night. 

4  0  let  it  purify  my  heart, 

And  guide  me  all  my  days ; 
Its  Wonders,  Lord,  to  me  impart, 
And  thou  shalt  have  the  praise. 

31  C.  M. 

Perfection  of  the  law  and  testimony. 

1  npHY  law  is  perfect,  Lord  of  light  I 

JL    Thy  testimonies  sure ; 
The  statutes  of  thy  realm  are  right, 
And  thy  commandments  pure. 

2  Let  these,  0  God,  my  soul  convert, 

And  make  thy  servant  wise  ; 
Let  these  be  gladness  to  my  ears, — • 
The  dayspring  to  mine  eyes. 

8  By  these  may  I  be  warn'd  betimes; 
Who  knows  the  guile  within  ? 
Lord,  save  me  from  presumptuous  crimes ; 
Cleanse  me  from  secret  sin. 

4  So  may  the  words  my  lips  express, — 
The  thoughts  that  throng  my  mind,?— 


THE   SCRIPTURES.  31 

0  Lord,  my  strength  and  righteousness, 
With  thee  acceptance  find. 

32  S.  M. 

Safety  in  keeping  God [s  precepts. 

1  inrOW  perfect  is  thy  word, 
XI  Thy  judgments  all  are  just ; 
And  ever  in  thy  promise,  Lord, 

May  man  securely  trust. 

2  I  hear  thy  word  in  lore; 

In  faith  thy  word  obey ; 
0  send  thy  Spirit  from  above, 
To  teach  me,  Lord,  thy  way. 

3  Thy  counsels  all  are  plain, 

Thy  precepts  all  are  pure ; 
And  long  as  heaven  and  earth  remain, 
Thy  truth  shall  still  endure. 

4  0  may  my  soul,  with  joy, 

Trust  in  thy  faithful  word ; 
Be  it  through  life  my  glad  employ, 
To  keep  thy  precepts,  Lord. 

33  L.  M. 

The  Saviour  seen  in  the  Scriptures. 

1  T^T  OW  let  my  soul,  eternal  King, 

JL^I    To  thee  its  grateful  tribute  bring; 
My  knee,  with  humble  homage,  bow; 
My  tongue  perform  its  solemn  vow. 

2  All  nature  sings  thy  boundless  love, 
In  worlds  below,  and  worlds  above  ; 
But  in  thy  blessed  word  I  trace 
Diviner  wonders  of  thy  grace. 


82  THE    SCRIPTURES. 

3  There,  what  delightful  truths  I  read  ! 
There,  I  behold  the  Saviour  bleed : 
His  name  salutes  my  list'ning  ear, 
Revives  my  heart,  and  checks  my  fear. 

4  There  Jesus  bids  my  sorrows  cease, 
And  gives  my  lab'ring  conscience  peace ; 
Raises  my  grateful  thoughts  on  high, 
And  points  to  mansions  in  the  sky. 

5  For  love  like  this,  0  let  my  song, 
Through  endless  ye-ars,  thy  praise  prolong; 
Let  distant  climes  thy  Name  adore, 

Till  time  and  nature  are  no  more. 

34  L.  M. 

The  power  of  the  Gospel. 

1  f  sg^HIS  is  the  word  of  truth  and  love, 

§      Sent  to  the  nations  from  above ; 
Jehovah  here  resolves  to  show 
What  his  almighty  grace  can  do. 

2  This  remedy  did  wisdom  find, 
To  heal  diseases  of  the  mind ; 

This  sov'reign  balm,  whose  virtues  can 
Restore  the  ruin'd  creature,  man. 

3  The  Gospel  bids  the  dead  revive ; 
Sinners  obey  the  voice  and  live ; 

Dry  bones  are  raisd  and  cloth' d  afresh, 
And  hearts  of  stone  are  turn'd  to  flesh. 

4  Where  Satan  reign' d  in  shades  of  night, 
The  Gospel  strikes  a  heav'nly  light ; 
Our  lust  its  wondrous  pow'r  controls, 
And  calms  the  rage  of  angry  souls. 


THE    SCRIPTURES.  33 

3  Lions  and  beasts  -of  savage  name 
Put  on  the  nature  of  the  lamb ; 
While  the  wide  world  esteem  it  strange, 
Graze  and  admire,  and  hate  the  change. 

■•6  May  but  this  grace  my  soul  renew, 
Let  sinners  gaze  and  hate  me  too; 
The  word  that  saves  me  does  engage, 
A  sure  defence  from  all  their  rage. 

35  C.  M. 

The  value  &nd  comprehensiveness  of  the  Bible. 

1   X  ET  all  the  heathen  writers  join, 
JLi  To  form  one  perfect  book  : 
Great  God !  if  onee  compar'd  with  thine, 
How  mean  their  writings  look ! 

H  Not  the  most  perfeet  rules  they  gave 
Could  show  one  sin  forgiv'n, 
Nor  lead  a  step  beyond  the  grave  : 
But  thine  conduct  to  heav'n. 

3  Lord,  I  have  made  thy  word  my  choice, 

My  lasting  heritage ; 
There  shall  my  noblest  pow'rs  rejoice, 
My  warmest  thoughts  engage. 

4  I'll  read  the  hist'ries  of  thy  love, 

And  keep  thy  laws  in  sight, 
While  through  thy  promises  I  rove 
With  ever  fresh  delight. 

•5  'Tis  a  broad  land  of  wealth  unknown, 
Where  springs  of  life  arise, 
.Seeds  of  immortal  bliss  are  sown, 
And  hidden  glory  lies. 
3 


34  THE  FALL  AND 

THE  FALL  AND  DEPRAVITY  OF 

MAN. 

36  C.  M. 

1  "O  LESS'D  with  the  joys  of  innocence, 
J3  Adam,  our  father,  stood, 

Till  he  debased  his  soul  to  sense, 
And  ate  th'  unlawful  food. 

2  Now  we  are  horn  a  sensual  race, 

To  sinful  joys  inclined ; 
Reason  has  lost  its  native  place, 
And  flesh  enslaves  the  mind. 

3  "While  flesh  and  sense  and  passion  reigns, 

Sin  seems  the  sweetest  good : 
We  fancy  music  in  our  chains, 
And  so  forget  the  load. 

4  Great  God,  renew  our  ruin'd  frame, 

Our  broken  powers  restore, 
Inspire  us  with  a  heavenly  flame, 
And  flesh  shall  reign  no  more. 

5  Eternal  Spirit,  write  thy  law 

Upon  our  inward  parts, 
And  let  the  second  Adam  draw 
His  image  on  our  hearts. 

37  C.  M. 

1  TT)  ACKWAED,  with  humble  shame,  we 

IP   On  our  original ;  [look 

How  is  our  nature  dashed  and  broke 
In  our  first  father's  fall  ! 

2  To  all  that's  good  averse  and  blind, 

But  prone  to  all  that's  ill; 


DEPRAVITY  OF  MAN.  35 

What,  dreadful  darkness  vails  our  mind ! 
How  obstinate  our  will  ! 

3  Yet  mighty  God,  thy  wondrous  love 

Can  make  our  nature  clean, 
While  Christ  and  grace  prevail  above 
The  tempter,  death,  and  sin. 

4  The  second  Adam  shall  restore 

The  ruins  of  the  first ; 
Hosanna  to  that  sovereign  power, 
That  new  creates  our  dust. 

3S  L.  M. 

1  X  ORD,  we  are  vile,  conceived  in  sin, 
J_J  And  born  unholy  and  unclean ; 
Sprung  from  the  man  whose  guilty  fall 
Corrupts  his  race,  and  taints  us  all. 

2  Soon  as  we  draw  our  infant  breath, 
The  seeds  of  sin  grow  up  for  death ; 
Thy  law  demands  a  perfect  heart, 
But  we're  defiled  in  every  part. 

3  Great  God,  create  my  heart  anew, 
And  form  my  spirit  pure  and  true ; 
0  make  me  wise  betimes  to  see 
My  danger  and  my  remedy. 

4  Behold  I  fall  before  thy  face ; 
My  only  refuge  is  thy  grace : 

No  outward  forms  can  make  me  clean ; 
The  leprosy  lies  deep  within. 

5  No  bleeding  bird,  nor  bleeding  beast, 
Nor  hyssop  branch,  nor  sprinkling  priest, 
Nor  running  brook,  nor  flood,  nor  sea, 
Can  wash  the  dismal  stain  away. 


36  THE  FALL  AND 

6  Jesus,  my  God,  thy  blood  alone 
Hath  power  sufficient  to  atone  ; 

Thy  blood  can  make  me  white  as  snow ; 
No  Jewish  types  could  cleanse  me  so. 

7  While  guilt  disturbs  and  breaks  my  peace, 
Nor  flesh,  nor  soul  hath  rest  or  ease  ; 
Lord,  let  me  hear  thy  pard'ning  voice, 
And  make  my  broken  heart  rejoice. 

39  C.  M. 

1  CJIN,  like  a  venomous  disease, 
O  Infects  our  vital  blood  ; 

The  only  help  is  sovereign  grace, 
And  the  physician,  God. 

2  Our  beauty  and  our  strength  are  fled, 

And  we  draw  near  to  death ; 
But  Christ,  the  Lord,  recalls  the  dead, 
With  his  almighty  breath. 

8  Madness  by  nature  reigns  within, 

The  passions  burn  and  rage, 
Till  God's  own  Son,  with  skill  divine, 
The  inward  fire  assuage. 

4  We  lick  the  dust,  we  grasp  the  wind, 

And  solid  good  despise  ; 

Such  is  the  folly  of  the  mind, 

Till  Jesus  makes  us  wise. 

5  We  give  our  souls  the  wounds  they  feel, 

We  drink  the  pois'nous  gall, 

And  rush  with  fury  down  to  hell ; 

Save  grace  prevent  the  fall. 

6  The  man,  possess'd  among  the  tombs, 

Cuts  his  own  flesh  and  cries; 
He  foams  and  raves  till  Jesus  comes, 
And  the  foul  spirit  flies. 


DEPRAVITY  OF  MAN.  37 

40  L.  M. 

1  T  00K  down,  0  Lord,  with  pitying  eye, 
J_J  See  Adam's  race  in  ruin  lie; 

Sin  spreads  its  trophies  o'er  the  ground, 
And  scatters  slaughter' d  heaps  around. 

2  Thy  ministers  are  sent  in  vain, 
To  prophesy  upon  the  slain  ; 

In  vain  they  call,  in  vain  they  cry, 
Till  thine  almighty  aid  is  nigh. 

3  But  if  thy  Spirit  deign  to  breathe, 

Life  spreads  through  all  the  realms  of 

death  ; 
Dry  bones  obey  thy  powerful  voice; 
They  move — they  waken — they  rejoice. 

41  L.  M. 

1  I"   ORD,  what  was  man,  when  made  at  first 
J  A  Adam,  the  offspring  of  the  dust, 

That  thou  shouldst  set  him  and  his  race 
But  just  below  an  angel's  place  ? 

2  That  thou  shouldst  raise  his  nature  so, 
And  make  him  lord  of  all  below  ; 
Make  every  beast  and  bird  submit, 
And  lay  the  fishes  at  his  feet  ? 

8  But  0,  what  brighter  glories  wait 
To  crown  the  second  Adam's  state  ! 
What  honors  shall  thy  Son  adorn, 
Who  condescended  to  be  born  ! 

4  See  him  below  his  angels  made ! 
See  him  in  dust  among  the  dead ! 
To  save  a  ruin'd  world  from  sin; 
But  he  shall  reign  with  power  divine. 

5  The  world  to  come,  redeemed  from  all 
The  mis'ries  that  attend  the  fall, 


38  THE  FALL  AND 

New-made,  and  glorious,  shall  submit 
At  our  exalted  Saviour's  feet. 

42  C.  M. 

J/mlTTHEN  Adam  sinn'd  through  all  his  race 
V  T     The  dire  contagion  spread ; — 
Sickness,  and  death,  and  deep  disgrace, 
Sprang  from  our  fallen  head. 

2  From  God  and  happiness  we  fly, 

To  earth  and  sense  confined  ; 
Lost  in  a  maze  of  misery, 
Yet  to  our  mis'ry  blind. 

3  Corruption  flows  through  all  our  veins, 

Our  moral  beauty's  gone  : 
The  gold  is  fled,  the  dross  remains : 
0  sin,  what  hast  thou  done  ? 

4  Jesus,  reveal  thy  pard'ning  grace, 

And  draw  our  souls  to  Thee : 

Thou  art  the  only  hiding  place 

Where  ruin'd  souls  can  flee. 

43  C.  M. 

1  QIN  has  a  thousand  treach'rous  arts 
O  To  practice  on  the  mind ; 

With  flattering  looks  it  tempts  our  hearts, 
But  leaves  a  sting  behind. 

2  With  names  of  virtue  it  deceives 

The  aged  and  the  young ; 
And  while  the  heedless  wretch  believes, 
It  makes  his  fetters  strong. 

3  It  pleads  for  all  the  joy  it  brings, 

And  gives  a  fair  pretence  ; 
But  cheats  the  soul  of  heavenly  things, 
And  chains  it  down  to  sense. 


DEPRAVITY  OP  MAN.  39 

4  So  on  a  tree  divinely  fair 
Grew  the  forbidden  food ; 
Our  mother  took  the  poison  there, 
And  tainted  all  her  blood. 

44  C.  M. 

1  fw^HE  crowd,  the  poor,  unthinking  crowd, 

JL    Refuse  thy  hand  to  see ! 
They  will  not  hear  thy  loudest  rod, 
They  will  not  turn  to  thee. 

2  As  with  judicial  blindness  struck, 

They  all  thy  signs  despise  ; 
Harden  their  hearts  yet  more  and  mock 
The  anger  of  the  skies. 

3  But  blinder  still,  the  rich  and  great 

In  wickedness  excel, 
And  revel  on  the  brink  of  fate, 
And  sport  and  dance  to  hell. 

4  Regardless  of  thy  smile  or  frown, 

Their  pleasure  they  require, 
And  sink  with  gay  indifference  down 
To  everlasting  fire ! 

45  C  M. 

Without  God  in  the  world. 

1  4^i  OD  is  in  this  and  every  place ; 
\yi  But  0,  how  dark  and  void 

To  me! — 'tis  one  great  wilderness, 
This  earth  without  my  God. 

2  Empty  of  Him  who  all  things  fills, 

Till  he  his  light  impart, — 
Till  he  his  glorious  self  reveals, — 
The  veil  is  on  my  heart. 


40  THE  FALL  AKD 

3  0  Thou  who  seest  and  know'st  my  griefr 

Thyself  unseen,  unknown, 
Pity  my  helpless  unbelief, 
And  break  my  heart  of  stone. 

4  Kegard  me  with  a  gracious  eye ; 

The  long-sought  blessing  give ; 
And  bid  me,  at  the  point  to  die, 
Behold  thy  face  and  lire. 

46  L.  C 

Christ,  the  good  Physician* 

1  TESUS,  thy  far-extended  fame 

€?    My  drooping  soul  exults  to  hear; 
Thy  Name,  thy  all-restoring  Name, 
Is  music  in  a  sinner's  ear. 

2  Sinners  of  old  thou  didst  receive 

With  comfortable  words,  and  kind ; 
Their  sorrows  cheer,  their  wants  relieve,. 
Heal  the  diseased,  and  cure  the  bliaad. 

3  And  art  thou  not  the  Saviour  still, 

In  every  place  and  age  the  same-? 
Hast  thou  forgot  thy  gracious  skill, 
Or  lost  the  virtue  of  thy  name  ? 

4  Faith  in  thy  changeless  name  I  have : 

The  good,  the  kind  Physician,  thou 
Art  able  now  our  souls  to  save, 
Art  willing  to  restore  them  now. 

4?  L.  M. 

Palm  in  Gilcad,  and  a  good  Physician  there. 

1  TTkEEP  are  the  wounds  which  sin  has; 
JLr  made ; 

Where  shall  the  sinner  find  a  cure  ?    • 


DEPRATITY  OE  MAN.  41 

In  rain,  alas!  is  nature's  aid; 

The  work  exceeds  her  utmost  power. 

2  But  can  no  sov' reign  balm  be  found, 
And  is  no  kind  physician  nigh, 

To  ease  the  pain,  and  heal  the  wound, 
Ere  life  and  hope  forever  fly  ? 

3  There  is  a  great  Physician  near ; 
Look  up,  0  fainting  soul,  and  live: 
See,  in  his  heavenly  smiles,  appear 
Such  help  as  nature  cannot  give. 

4  See,  in  the  Saviour's  dying  blood, 
Life,  health,  and  bliss,  abundant  flow ; 
And  in  that  sacrificial  flood 

A  balm  for  all  thy  grief  and  wo. 

48  L.  M. 

The  effects  of  the  fall  lamented. 

1  A  RISE,  my  tend'rest  thoughts,  arise  ; 
jfjL  To  torrents  melt  my  streaming  eyes  j 
And  thou,  my  heart,  with  anguish  feel 
Those  evils  which  thou  canst  not  heal. 

2  See  human  nature  sunk  in  shame  ; 
See  scandals  pour'd  on  Jesus'  name; 
The  Father  wounded  through  the  Son, 
The  world  abus'd,  the  soul  undone. 

8  See  the  short  course  of  vain  delight 
Closing  in  everlasting  night — 
In  flames,  that  no  abatement  know, 
Though  briny  tears  for  ever  flow. 

4  My  God,  I  feel  the  mournful  scene; 
My  bowels  yearn  o'er  dying  men; 
And  fain  my  pity  would  reclaim, 
And  snatch  the  fire-brands  from  the  flame. 


42  CHRIST    AND 

5  But  feeble  my  compassion  proves, 
And  can  lout  weep  where  most  it  loves 
Thy  own  all-saving  arm  employ, 
And  turn  these  drops  of  grief  to  joy. 


CHRIST  AND  THE  ATONEMENT. 

49  C.  M. 

Divinity  of  Christ. 

1  rjlHEE  we  adore,  Eternal  Word ! 

I     The  Father's  equal  Son; 
By  heaven's  obedient  hosts  ador'd 
Ere  time  its  coui'se  begun. 

2  The  first  creation  has  display'd 

Thine  energy  divine; 
For  not  a  single  thing  was  made 
By  other  hands  than  thine. 

3  But  ransom' d  sinners,  with  delight, 

Sublimer  facts  survey, — ■ 

The  all-creating  Word  unites 

Himself  to  dust  and  clay. 

4  Creation's  Author  now  assumes 

A  creature's  humble  form  : 
A  man  of  grief  and  wo  becomes, 
And  trod  on  like  a  worm. 

5  The  Lord  of  glory  bears  the  shame 

To  vile  transgressors  due ; 
Justice  the  prince  of  life  condemns 
To  die  in  anguish  too. — 

6  God  over  all,  for  ever  blest, 

The  righteous  curse  endures ; 


THE  ATONEMENT.  43 

And  thus,  to  souls  with  sin  distrest, 

Eternal  bliss  ensures. 
7  What  wonders  in  thy  person  meet, 

My  Saviour,  all  divine ! 
I  fall  with  rapture  at  thy  feet, 

And  would  be  wholly  thine. 

5©  L.  M. 

1  Til  RIGHT  King  of  glory,  dreadful  God! 
JL3  Our  spirits  bow  before  thy  seat, 

To  thee  we  lift  an  humble  thought, 
And  worship  at  thine  awful  feet. 

2  A  thousand  seraphs  strong  and  bright 
Stand  round  the  glorious  Deity ; 

But  who  amongst  the  sons  of  light 
Pretends  comparison  with  thee ! 

3  Yet  there  is  one  of  human  frame, 
Jesus,  array'd  in  flesh  and  blood, 
Thinks  it  no  robbery  to  claim 

A  full  equality  with  God. 

4  Their  glory  shines  with  equal  beams ; 
Their  essence  is  for  ever  one, 

Though  they  are  known  by  diff'rent  names, 
The  Father  God,  and  God  the  Son. 

5  Then  let  the  name  of  Christ  our  King 
With  equal  honors  be  ador'd; 

His  praise  let  every  angel  sing, 
And  all  the  nations  own  their  Lord. 

51  C.  M. 

Incarnation  of  Christ. 
1  \KK HILE  shepherds  watch'd  their  flocks 
V  V  by  night, 

All  seated  on  the  ground, 


44  CHRIST    AND 

The  angel  of  the  Lord  came  down, 
And  glory  shone  around. 

2  "Fear  not,"  said  he,  (for  mighty  dread 

Had  seiz'd  their  troubled  mind,) 
"Glad  tidings  of  great  joy  I  bring 
To  you  and  all  mankind. 

3  "To  you,  in  David's  town,  this  day, 

Is  born  of  David's  line, 
The  Saviour,  who  is  Christ  the  Lord ; 
And  this  shall  be  the  sign  : 

4  "The  heavenly  babe  you  there  shall  find 

To  human  view  display'd, 
All  meanly  wrapp'd  in  swathing  bands, 
And  in  a  manger  laid." 

5  Thus  spake  the  seraph,  and  forthwith 

Appear'd  a  shining  throng 
Of  angels  praising  God  on  high, 
And  thus  adclress'd  their  song: 

6  "All  glory  be  to  God  on  high, 

And  to  the  earth  be  peace  ; 
Good  will  henceforth,  from  heaven  to  men, 
Begin  and  never  cease." 

52  L.  M. 

Birth  of  Christ. 

1  rip  O  us  a  child  is  born  from  heaven ; 

JL     To  us  the  Son  of  God*  is  given ; 
The  government  of  worlds  he  made, 
Upon  his  shoulders  shall  be  laid. 

2  His  name,  the  Wonderful  shall  be ; 

His  wonders  heaven  and  earth  shall  see ; 
The  Counselor  of  truth  and  grace, 
"Who  leads  in  paths  of  righteousness. 


THE  ATONEMENT.  45 

3  The  Mighty  God,  that  glorious  name, 
His  works  and  word  join  to  proclaim; 
The  everlasting  Father,  He, 

And  the  whole  church  his  family. 

4  The  Prince  of  peace,  on  David's  throne, 
And  nations  yet  unborn,  shall  own 
His  sov'reign,  and  his  gracious  sway ; 
Glad  of  the  honor  to  obey. 

5  Justice  and  judgment  he'll  maintain; 
To  everlasting  ages  reign  ; 

And  his  blest  empire  shall  increase, 
Till  time  with  all  its  movements  cease. 

53  C.  M. 

Christ  comes  to  destroy  sin. 
"OY  to  the  world ;  the  Lord  is  come  ! 


J 


Let  earth  receive  her  King : 
Let  every  heart  prepare  him  room, 
And  heaven  and  nature  sing. 

2  Joy  to  the  earth ;  the  Saviour  reigns, 
Let  men  their  songs  employ ; 
While  fields  and  floods,    rocks,  hills,  and 
Repeat  the  sounding  joy.  [plains} 

S  No  more  let  sins  and  sorrows  grow, 
Nor  thorns  infest  the  ground ; 
He  comes  to  make  his  blessings  flow 
Far  as  the  curse  is  found. 

4  He  rules  the  world  with  truth  and  grace, 
And  makes  the  nations  prove 
The  glories  of  his  righteousness, 
And  wonders  of  his  love. 


46  CHRIST    AND 

54  C.  M. 

The  Advent  of  Christ. 

1  ~jl/f"OE,TALS  awake,  with  angels  join, 
_ITjL  And  chant  the  solemn  lay : 

Joy,  love,  and  gratitude  combine, 
To  hail  th'  auspicious  day. 

2  In  heaven  the  rapt'rous  song  began, 

While  sweet  seraphic  fire 
Through  all  the  shining  legions  ran, 
And  tun'd  the  golden  lyre. 

3  Swift  through  the  vast  expanse  it  flew, 

And  loud  the  echo  roll'd ; 
The  theme,  the  song,  the  joy  was  new ; 
'Twas  more  than  heaven  could  hold. 

4  Down  through  the  portals  of  the  sky 

The  impetuous  torrent  ran ; 
And  angels  flew  with  eager  joy 
To  bear  the  news  to  man. 

5  Wrapt  in  the  silence  of  the  night 

Lay  all  the  eastern  world, 
When  bursting  glorious,  heavenly  light 
The  wondrous  scene  unfurl' d. 

6  Hark  !  the  cherubic  armies  shout, 

And  glory  leads  the  song! 
Good-will,  and  peace,  are  heard  throughout 
The  harmonious,  heavenly  throng. 

7  Hail  Prince  of  life,  for  ever  hail ! 

Kedeemer,  Brother,  Friend ! 
Tho'  earth,  and  time,  and  life  shall  fail, 
Thy  praise  shall  never  end. 


THE  ATONEMENT.  47 

55  P.  M. 

1  TTAIL  the  blest  morn !  when  the  great 
JnL  Mediator 

Down  from  the  mansions  of  heaven  de- 
scends ! 
Shepherds  go  worship  the  babe  in  the 
manger, 
Lo!  for  your  guide  the  bright  angel 
attends. 

CHORUS. 
Brightest  and  best  of  the  sons  of  the  morning, 
Daivn  on  our  darkness  and  lend  us  thine  aid  ; 
Star  of  the  East  the  horizon  adorning, 
Guide  where  our  infant  Redeemer  is  laid. 

2  Cold  on  his  cradle  the  dew  drops  are 

shining, 
Low  lies  his  head  with  the  beasts  of  the 
stall, 
Angels  adore  him  in  slumbers  reclining, 
Maker,  and  Monarch,  and  Saviour  of  all. 
Brightest  §c. 
8  Say,  shall  we  yield  him  in  costly  devotion, 
Odors  of  Eden,  and  off'rings  divine ; 
Gems  from  the  mountain,  and  pearls  from 
the  ocean, 
Myrrh  from  the  forest,  and  gold  from 
the  mine  ? 
Brightest  §c. 

4  Vainly  we  offer  each  ample  oblation, 

Vainly  with  gold  would  his  favor  secure, 
Richer  by  far  is  the  heart's  adoration, 
Dearer  to  God  are  the  pray'rs  of  the  poor. 
Brightest  §c. 


48  CHRIST    AND 

5  Low  at  his  feet,  we,  in  humble  prostration, 

Lose  all  our  sorrow,  and  trouble,  and 
strife, 
There  we  receive  his  divine  consolation, 
Flowing  afresh  from  the  fountain  of  life. 
Brightest  Sfc. 

6  Pie  is  our  friend  in  the  midst  of  temptation, 

Faithful  supporter  whose  love   cannot 
fail; 
Eoek  of  our  refuge  and  hope  of  salvation, 
Light  to  direct  us  through  death's  gloomy 
vale. 
Brightest  §c. 

7  Star  of  the  morning,  thy  brightness  de- 

clining, 
Shortly  must  fade  when  the  sun  doth 
arise, 
Beaming  refulgent,  his  glory  eternal, 
Shines  on  the  children  of  love  in  the 
skies. 
Brightest  $c. 

56  C.  M. 

1  TprARK,  the  glad  sound,  the  Saviour 
JtiL  comes, 

The  Saviour  promis'd  long ! 
Let  every  heart  prepare  a  throne, 
And  every  voice  a  song. 

2  On  him  the  Spirit,  largely  pour'd, 

Exerts  his  sacred  fire ; 
Wisdom,  and  might,  and  zeal,  and  love, 
His  holy  breast  inspire. 

3  He  comes  the  pris'ners  to  release, 

In  Satan's  bondage  held : 


THE  ATONEMENT.  49 

The  gates  of  brass  before  .him  burst, 
The  iron  fetters  yield. 

4  He  -comes,  from  thickest  films  of  vice 

To  clear  the  mental  ray.; 
And  on  the  eyes,  oppress' d  with  night, 
To  pour  celestial  day. 

5  He  comes,  the  broken  heart  to  bind, 

The  bleeding  soul  to  cure, 
And  with  the  treasures  -of  his  grace 
T'  enrich  the  humble  poor. 

6  Our  glad  hosannas,  Prince  of  peace  1 

Thy  welcome  shall  proclaim ; 
And  heaven's  eternal  arches  ring 
With  thy  beloved  name. 
5?  L.  M. 

God  sent  Ids  Son  to  save  the  World. 

1  "I3RAISE  ye  the  Lord,  who  reigns  above, 

I".     Fix'd  on  his  throne  of  truth  and  love : 
Behold  the  finger  of  his  power  ; 
Contemplate,  wonder,  and  adore. 

2  When  man,  debasM  and  guilty  man, 
From  crime  to  crime  with  madness  ran, 
Well  might  his  arm  its  thunders  launch, 
And  blast  th'  ungrateful,  root  and  branch. 

8  But  clemency  with  justice  strove, 
To  save  the  people  of  his  love. 
-"£*©,  my  beloved  Son!"  he  cried, 
"Be  thou  their  Saviour,  thou  their  guide." 

4  The  eastern  star  with  glory  streams : 
It  comes  with  healing  on  its  beams, 
Dark  mists  of  terror  flee  away, 
And  Judah  hails  the  rising  day. 
4 


50  CHRIST    AND 

5  His  sacred  memory  we  bless 
Whose  holy  Gospel  we  profess ; 
And  praise  the  great  almighty  Name, 
From  whom  such  light  and  favor  came. 

58  L.  M. 

The  life  of  Christ  a  pattern  for  Christians. 

1  "V/|"Y  dear  Redeemer,  and  my  Lord ! 
JlT-1   I  read  my  duty  in  thy  word : 
But  in  thy  life  the  law  appears 
Drawn  out  in  living  characters. 

2  Such  was  thy  truth,  and  such  thy  zeal, 
Such  def  rence  to  thy  Father's  will, 
Thy  love  and  meekness  so  divine, 

I  would  transcribe  and  make  them  mine. 

3  Cold  mountains  and  the  midnight  air, 
Witness'd  the  fervor  of  thy  pray'r: 
The  desert  thy  temptations  knew, 
Thy  conflict  and  thy  vict'ry  too! 

4  Be  thou  my  pattern ;  let  me  bear 
More  of  thy  gracious  image  here. 

Then  God,  the  Judge,  shall  own  my  name 
Among  the  foll'wers  of  the  Lamb. 

59  L.  M. 

Christ s  mission  attested. 

1  T|  EHOLD,  the  blind  their  sight  receive  I 
JO  Behold,  the  dead  awake  and  live ! 
The  dumb  speak  wonders,  and  the  lame 
Leap  like  the  hart,  and  bless  his  name. 

2  Thus  doth  th'  eternal  Spirit  own 
And  seal  the  mission  of  the  Son ; 
The  Father  vindicates  his  cause, 
While  he  hangs  bleeding  on  the  cross. 


THE  ATONEMENT.  51 

3  He  dies  ;  the  heavens  in  mourning  stood : 
He  rises,  and  appears  as  God, 

Behold  the  Lord  ascending  high 
No  more  to  bleed,  no  more  to  die. 

4  Hence,  and  for  ever,  from  my  heart 
I  bid  my  doubts  and  fears  depart ; 
And  to  those  hands  my  soul  resign, 
Which  bear  credentials  so  divine. 

60  L.  M. 

The  3Iessiah  has  come. 

1  g^i  LORY  to  God  !  who  reigns  above, 
tjf  Who  dwells  in  light,  whose  name  is 
Ye  saints  and  angels,  if  ye  can,         [love, 
Declare  the  love  of  God  to  man. 

2  0  what  can  more  his  love  commend, 
His  dear,  his  only  Son  to  send  ! 

That  man,  condemn'd  to  die,  might  live, 
And  God  be  glorious  to  forgive  ! 

3  Messiah's  come — with  joy  behold 
The  days  by  prophets  long  foretold : 
Judah,  thy  royal  sceptre's  broke; 

And  time  still  proves  what  Jacob  spoke. 

4  Daniel,  thy  weeks  are  all  expir'd, — ■ 
The  time  prophetic  seals  requir'd; 
Cut  off  for  sins,  but  not  his  own, 
Thy  Prince,  Messiah,  did  atone. 

5  We  see  the  prophecies  fulfill' d 

In  Jesus,  that  most  wondrous  child  : 
His  birth,  his  life,  his  death,  combine 
To  prove  his  character  divine. 


52  CHRIST    AND 

61  C.  M. 

Christ's  agony  in  the  garden. 

1"|~\  ARK  was  the  night,  and  cold  the  ground 
jLf   On  which  the  Lord  was  laid; 
His  sweat  like  drops  of  blood  ran  down, 
In  agony  he  pray'd — 

2  "Father!  remove  this  bitter  cup, 

If  such  thy  sacred  will ; 

If  not,  content  to  drink  it  up, 

Thy  pleasure  I  fulfill !" 

3  Go  to  the  garden,  sinner!  see 

Those  precious  drops  that  flow : 
The  heavy  load  he  bore  for  thee — 
For  thee  he  lies  so  low ! 

4  Then  learn  of  Him  the  cross  to  bear, 

Thy  Father's  will  obey; 
And  when  temptations  press  thee  near, 
Awake,  to  watch  and  pray. 

62  C.  M. 

Jesus  went  about  doing  good. 

1  ¥T>EHOLD,  where  in  a  mortal  form 
JO  Appears  each  grace  divine ! 
The  virtues,  all  in  Jesus  met, 

With  mildest  radiance  shine. 

2  To  spread  the  rays  of  heavenly  light, 

To  give  the  mourner  joy  ; 
To  preach  glad  tidings  to  the  poor, 
Was  his  divine  employ. 

3  Lowly  in  heart,  to  all  his  friends 

A  friend  and  servant  found, 
He  wash'd  their  feet,  he  wip'd  their  tears, 
And  heal'd  each  bleeding  wound.    - 


THE  ATONEMENT.  53 

4  'Midst  keen  reproach  and  cruel  scorn, 

Patient  and  meek  he  stood, 
His  foes  ungrateful,  sought  his  life  ; 
He  labor' d  for  their  good. 

5  To  God  he  left  his  righteous  cause, 

And  still  his  task  pursued ; 
While  humble  pray'r  and  holy  faith 
His  fainting  strength  renew' d. 

6  In  the  last  hour  of  deep  distress, 

Before  his  Father's  throne, 
With  soul  resign'd  he  bow'd  and  said, 
"Thy  will,  not  mine,  be  done  !" 

7  Be  Christ  our  pattern  and  our  guide ! 

His  image  may  we  bear : 

0  may  we  tread  his  holy  steps, 

His  joy  and  glory  share  ! 

63  C.  M. 

The  love  of  a  dying  Saviour. 

1  T1EHOLD  the  Saviour  of  mankind 
13  Nail'd  to  the  shameful  tree  ! 
How  vast  the  love  that  him  inclin'd 

To  bleed  and  die  for  thee  I 

2  Hark/how  he  groans  !  while  nature  shakes 

And  earth's  strong  pillars  bend  ! 
The  temple's  veil  in  sunder  breaks, 
The  solid  marbles  rend. 

3  'Tis  done !  the  precious  ransom's  paid ! 

"Receive  my  soul!"  he  cries: 
See  where  he  bows  his  sacred  head ; 
He  bows  his  head,  ar  d  dies ! 

4  But  soon  he'll  break  death's  envious  chain, 

And  in  full  glory  shine. 


54  CHRIST    AND 

0  Lamb  of  God,  was  ever  pain, 
Was  ever  love  like  thine ! 

64  C.  M. 

The  sufferings  of  the  Saviour. 

1  A  LAS !  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed  ? 
J\_  And  did  my  Sovereign  die  ? 
Would  he  devote  that  sacred  head 

For  such  a  worm  as  I  ? 

2  Was  it  for  crimes  that  I  have  done, 

He  groan' d  upon  the  tree  ? 
Amazing  pity  !  grace  unknown ! 
And  love  beyond  degree  ! 

8  Well  might  the  sun  in  darkness  hide. 
And  shut  his  glories  in, 
When  Christ,  the  mighty  Maker,  died 
For  man,  the  creature's  sin. 

4  Thus  might  I  hide  my  blushing  face, 

While  his  dear  cross  appears ; 

Dissolve  my  heart  in  thankfulness, 

And  melt  mine  eyes  to  tears. 

5  But  drops  of  grief  can  ne'er  repay 

The  debt  of  love  I  owe : 
Here,  Lord,  I  give  myself  away, 
'Tis  all  that  I  can  do. 

65  L.  M. 

Christ  condemned  and  crucified. 

1  "CTE  that  pass  by,  behold  the  Man  ! 

JL    The  Man  of  griefs,  condemn'd  for  you ! 
The  Lamb  of  God,  for  sinners  slain, 
Weeping  to  Calvary  pursue  ! 


THE  ATONEMENT.  55 

2  See !  how  his  back  the  scourges  tear, 
While  to  the  bloody  pillar  bound ! 

The  ploughers  make  long  forrows  there, 
Till  all  his  body  is  one  wound. 

3  Nor  can  he  thus  their  hate  assuage  ; 
His  innocence,  to  death  pursu'd 
Must  fully  glut  their  utmost  rage  ; 
Hark  !  how  they  clamor  for  his  blood  ! 

4  To  us  our  own  Barabbas  give ! 
Away  with  him,  (they  loudly  cry:) 
Away  with  him,  not  fit  to  live, 
The  vile  seducer  crucify  ! 

5  His  sacred  limbs  they  stretch,  they  tear, 
With  nails  they  fasten  to  the  wood ! 
His  sacred  limbs,  expos'd  and  bare, 

Or  only  cover'd  with  his  blood. 

6  See,  there!  his  temples  crown'd  with  thorn! 
His  bleeding  hands  extended  wide  ! 

His  streaming  feet  transfixt  and  torn  ! 
The  fountain  gushing  from  his  side ! 

7  Where  is  the  King  of  Glory  now  ! 
The  everlasting  Son  of  God  ? 

Th'  Immortal  hangs  his  languid  brow : 
Th'  Almighty  faints  beneath  his  load  ! 

8  Beneath  my  load  he  faints  and  dies  ; 
I  fill'd  his  soul  with  pangs  unknown  : 

I  caus'd  those  mortal  groans  and  cries, 
I  kill'd  the  Father's  only  Son  ! 

66  L.  M. 

1   A  THOU  dear  suff'ring  Son  of  God, 
\3  How  doth  thy  heart  to  sinners  move  ! 


56  CHRIST    AND 

Help  me  to  catch  thy  precious  blood  f 
Help  me  to  taste  thy  dying  love  ! 

2  Who  can  conceive  thy  agonies, 
When  no  one  thee  could  aid  afford : 
I  fain  with  tbee  would  sympathize; 
And  share  the  suff' rings  of  my  Lord^ 

3  The  earth  could  to  her  centre  quake, 
Convuls'd,  while  her  Creator  died  : 
0  let  my  inmost  nature  shake, 
And  die  with  Jesus-  crucified  ! 

4  At  thy  last  gasp  the  graves  display' d 
Their  horrors  to  the  upper  skies; 

0  that  my  soul  might  burst  the  shade,. 
And,  quicken' d  by  thy  death,  arise  ! 

5  The  rocks  could  feel  thy  powerful  death. 
And  tremble,  and  asunder  part : 

0  rend  with  thine  expiring  breathr 
The  harder  marble  of  my  heart  1 

67  P.  M.  6  lines  8s.} 

1  TX70TJLD  Jesus  have  the  sinner  die  ? 

f  T     Why  hangs  he  then  on  yonder  tree? 
What  means  that  strange  expiring  cry  ? 

(Sinners,  he  prays  for  you  and  me;) 
"Forgive  them,  Father,  0  forgive, 
They  know  not  that  by  me  they  live !" 

2  Jesus  descended  from  above, 

Our  loss  of  Eden  to  retrieve ; 
Great  God  of  universal  love, 

If  all  the  world  through  thee  may  live, 
In  us  a  quick' ning  Spirit  be, 
And  witness  thou  hast  died  for  me.  ' 


THE  ATONEMENT.  57 

3  Thou  loving  all-atoning  Lamb, 

Thee  by  thy  painful  agony, 
Thy  bloody  sweat,  thy  grief  and  shame, 

Thy  cross  and  passion  on  the  tree, 
Thy  precious  death  and  life — I  pray 
Take  all,  take  all  my  sins  away. 

4  0  let  me  kiss  thy  bleeding  feet 

And  bathe  and  wash  them  with  my  tears; 
The  story  of  the  love  repeat 

In  every  drooping  sinner's  ears  ; 
That  all  may  hear  the  quick' ning  sound ; 
Since  I,  even  I,  have  mercy  found. 

5  0  let  thy  love  my  heart  constrain, 

Thy  love  for  every  sinner  free, 
That  every  fallen  son  of  man, 

May  taste  the  grace  that  found  out  me  ; 
That  all  mankind  with  me  may  prove, 
Thy  sovereign,  everlasting  love. 
68  L.  M. 

1  "^jTHEN  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross, 

T  ▼     On  which  the  Prince  of  glory  died, 
My  richest  gain  I  count  but  loss, 
And  pour  contempt  on  all  my  pride. 

2  Forbid  it,  Lord,  that  I  should  boast, 
Save  in  the  death  of  Christ,  my  God  ; 
All  the  vain  things  that  charm  me  most, 
I  sacrifice  them  to  his  blood. 

3  See,  from  his  head,  his  hands,  his  feet, 
Sorrow  and  love  flow  mingled  down ! 
Did  e'er  such  love  and  sorrow  meet, 
Or  thorns  compose  so  rich  a  crown ! 

4  Were  the  whole  realm  of  nature  mine, 
That  were  a  present  far  too  small  j 


58  CHRIST    AND 

Love  so  amazing,  so  divine, 
Demands  my  soul,  my  life,  my  all. 

69  P.  M.  8,  7,  4. 

1  TTAPtK!  the  voice  of  love  and  mercy 
J.  jl  Sounds  aloud  from  Calvary  ! 
See,  it  rends  the  rocks  asunder — 

Shakes  the  earth,  and  veils  the  sky  ! 

"It  is  finish'd !" 
Hear  the  dying  Saviour  cry. 

2  It  is  finish'd ! — 0  what  pleasure, 

Do  these  precious  words  afford ! 
Heavenly  blessings,  without  measure, 
Plow  to  us  from  Christ,  the  Lord ; 

It  is  finish'd ! 
Saints,  the  dying  words  record. 
8  Finish'd  all  the  types  and  shadows 
Of  the  ceremonial  law  ; 
Finish'd  all  that  God  had  promis'd, 
Death  and  hell  no  more  shall  awe, 

It  is  finish'd ! — 
Saints,  from  hence  your  comforts  draw. 
4  Tune  your  harps  anew,  ye  seraphs, 
Join  to  sing  the  pleasing  theme  ; 
All  on  earth  and  all  in  heaven, 
Join  to  praise  Immanuel's  name: 

Hallelujah! 
Glory  to  the  bleeding  Lamb  ! 
TO  L.  M. 

The  Friend  of  sinners  dies. 
1  TTE  dies  !  the  Friend  of  sinners  dies ! 
il  Lo  !  Salem's  daughters  weep  around; 
A  solemn  darkness  veils  the  skies, 
A  sudden  trembling  shakes  the  ground : 


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Come,  saints,  and  drop  a  tear  or  two 
For  him  who  groan'd  beneath  your  load: 
He  shed  a  thousand  drops  for  you, 
A  thousand  drops  of  richer  blood. 

2  Here's  love  and  grief  beyond  degree, 
The  Lord  of  glory  dies  for  man  ! 
But  lo  !  what  sudden  joys  we  see  : 
Jesus,  the  dead,  revives  again ! 

The  rising  God  forsakes  the  tomb ; 
In  vain  the  tomb  forbids  his  rise : 
Cherubic  legions  guard  him  home, 
And  shout  him  "Welcome  to  the  skies  !" 

3  Break  off  your  tears,  ye  saints,  and  tell 
How  high  your  great  Deliv'rer  reigns  : 
Sing  how  he  spoil'd  the  hosts  of  hell, 
And  led  the  monster  death  in  chains ! 
Say,  "Live  for  ever,  wondrou3  King ! 
Born  to  redeem,  and  strong  to  save !" 
Then  ask  the  monster,   "Where's  thy 

sting  ?" 
And,  "Where's  thy  vict'ry,   boasting 
grave?" 

•U  C.  M. 

Praise  to  the  Redeemer. 


P 


LUNG'D  in  a  gulf  of  dark  despair3 
We  wretched  sinners  lay  ; 
Without  one  cheering  beam  of  hope, 
Or  spark  of  glimm'ring  day. 

2  With  pitying  eyes  the  Prince  of  grace 
Beheld  our  helpless  grief  : 
He  saw,  and  (0  amazing  love  !) 
He  ran  to  our  relief. 


60  CHRIST    AND 

3  Down  from  the  shining  seats  above 

With  joyful  haste  he  fled  ; 
Enter' d  the  grave  in  mortal  flesh, 
And  dwelt  among  the  dead. 

4  0  for  this  love  let  rocks  and  hills 

Their  lasting  silence  break  ! 
And  all  harmonious  human  tongues, 
The  Saviour's  praises  speak. 

5  Angels,  assist  our  mighty  joys ; 

Strike  all  your  harps  of  gold ; 
But  when  you  raise  your  highest  notes, 
His  love  can  ne'er  be  told ! 

T2  P.  M. 

Christ's  Resurrection  and  Ascension. 

1  A  NGELS,  roll  the  rock  away  ! 

iSL  Death,  yield  up  thy  mighty  prey  ! 
See,  the  Saviour  quits  the  tomb, 
Glowing  with  immortal  bloom. 

2  Shout,  ye  seraphs  ;  Gabriel,  raise, 
Fame's  eternal  trump  of  praise ! 
Let  the  earth's  remotest  bound 
Echo  to  the  blissful  sound. 

3  Now,  ye  saints,  lift  up  your  eyes, 
See  the  Conqu'ror  mount  the  skies; 
Troops  of  angels  on  the  road 
Hail,  and  sing  th'  incarnate  God. 

4  Heaven  unfolds  its  portals  wide, 
Glorious  Hero,  thro'  them  ride ; 
King  of  glory,  mount  thy  throne, 
Boundless  empire  is  thine  own. 

5  Praise  him,  ye  celestial  choirs, 
Praise,  and  sweep  your  golden  lyres  ; 


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Praise  him  in  the  noblest  songs, 
From  ten  thousand,  thousand  tongues. 

6  Every  note  to  rapture  swell : 
Sing  the  powers  of  death  and  hell 
Dragg'd  in  chains  behind  his  wheels, 
Each  the  wreck  eternal  feels. 

7  Let  Immanuel  be  ador'd, 
Ransom,  Mediator,  Lord  ; 
To  creation's  utmost  bound 

Let  th'  immortal  praise  resound. 

?3  C.  M. 

The  same. 

1  X7"E  humble  souls,  that  seek  the  Lord, 

JL    Chase  all  your  fears  away ; 
And  bow  with  pleasure  down  to  see 
The  place  where  Jesus  lay. 

2  Thus  low  the  Lord  of  life  was  brought, 

Such  wonders  love  can  do  ! 
Thus  cold  in  death  that  bosom  lay, 
Which  throbb'd  and  bled  for  you ! 

3  A  moment  give  a  loose  to  grief ; 

Let  grateful  sorrows  rise  ; 
And  wash  the  bloody  stains  away 
With  torrents  from  your  eyes. 

4  Then  dry  your  tears,  and  tune  your  songs, 

The  Saviour  lives  again  ! 
Not  all  the  bolts  and  bars  of  death 
The  Conqu'ror  could  detain. 

5  High  o'er  th'  angelic  bands  he  rears 

His  once  dishonor' d head; 
And  through  unnumber'd  years  he  reigns, 
Who  dwelt  among  the  dead. 


62  CHRIST    AND 

6  With  joy  like  his,  shall  every  saint 
His  empty  tomb  survey  ; 
And  rise  with  his  ascending  Lord 
Through  all  his  shining  way. 

74  S.  M. 

"The  Lord  is  risen  indeed"  Luke  xxiv,  34. 

1  "FT^HE  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed." 

JL    And  are  the  tidings  true  ? 
Yes,  we  beheld  the  Saviour  bleed, 
And  saw  him  living  too. 

2  "The  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed," 

Then  Justice  asks  no  more  ; 
Mercy  and  Truth  are  now  agreed, 
Who  stood  oppos'd  before. 

3  "The  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed," 

Then  is  his  work  perform' d  ; 

The  captive  surely  now  is  freed, 

And  death,  our  foe,  disarm' d. 

4  "The  Lord  is  ris'n  indeed," 

Attending  angels  hear ; 
Up  to  the  courts  of  heaven,  with  speed, 
The  joyful  tidings  bear. 

5  Then  take  your  golden  lyres, 

And  strike  each  cheerful  chord, 
Join  all  the  bright  celestial  choirs 
To  sing  our  risen  Lord. 

75  C.  M. 

1  rgnHE  Lord  of  life,  with  glory  crown'd, 
_fl_     On  heaven's  exalted  throne, 
Forgets  not  those,  for  whom  on  earth 
He  heav'd  his  dying  groan. 


THE  ATONEMENT.  63 

2  His  greatness  now  no  tongue  of  man 
Or  seraph  bright  can  tell  ; 
Yet  still  the  chief  of  all  his  joys, 
That  souls  are  sav'd  from  hell. 

0  For  this  he  taught,  and  toil'd,  and  bled ; 

For  this  his  life  was  given  ; 
For  this  he  fought,  and  vanquish'd  death ; 

For  this  he  reigns  in  heaven. 
4  Join,  all  ye  saints  beneath  the  sky, 

Your  grateful  praise  to  give; 
Sing  loud  Hosannas  to  his  name, 

With  whom  you  too  shall  live. 

16  L.  M. 

Christ  our  Intercessor. 

1  ¥TE  lives — the  great  Redeemer  lives  ! 
XI  What  joy  the  bless'd  assurance  gives  ! 
And  now,  before  his  Father  God, 
Pleads  the  full  merit  of  his  blood. 

2  Repeated  crimes  awake  our  fears, 

And  justice  arm'd  with  frowns  appears  ; 
But  in  the  Saviour's  lovely  face 
Sweet  mercy  smiles,  and  all  is  peace. 

3  Hence  then,  ye  black  despairing  thoughts  ; 
Above  our  fears,  above  our  faults, 

His  powerful  intercessions  rise  ; 
And  guilt  recedes,  and  terror  dies. 

4  In  every  dark,  distressful  hour, 
When  sin  and  Satan  join  their  power, 
Let  this  dear  hope  repel  the  dart — 
That  Jesus  bears  us  on  his  heart. 

5  Great  Advocate,  Almighty  Friend  ! 
On  thee  our  humble  hopes  depend  ; 


64  CHRIST    AND 

Our  cause  can  never,  never  fail, 
For  Jesus  pleads,  and  must  prevail. 

77  L.  M. 

1  4T\F  him  who  did  salvation  bring, 
\_f  I  could  for  ever  think  and  sing ; 
Arise,  ye  needy,  he'll  relieve ; 
Arise,  ye  guilty,  he'll  forgive. 

2  Ask  but  his  grace,  and  lo,  'tis  given ! 
Ask,  and  he  turns  your  hell  to  heaven : 
Though  sin  and  sorrow  wound  my  soul; 
Jesus,  thy  balm  will  make  it  whole. 

3  To  shame  our  sins,  he  blush'd  in  blood ; 
He  clos'd  his  eyes  to  show  us  God ; 

Let  all  the  world  fall  down  and  know, 
That  none  but  God  such  love  can  show. 

4  'Tis  thee  I  love,  for  thee  alone 

I  shed  my  tears  and  make  my  moan  ! 
Where'er  I  am,  where'er  I  move, 
I  meet  the  object  of  my  love. 

5  Insatiate  to  this  spring  I  fly ; 
I  drink,  and  yet  am  ever  dry ; 

Ah !  who  against  thy  charms  is  proof? 
Ah !  who  that  loves  can  love  enough  ? 

78  C.  M. 

Christ  adored  by  the  heavenly  hogt. 

1  £~\  THE  delights,  the  heavenly  joys, 
\_W  The  glories  of  the  place, 

Where  Jesus  sheds  the  brightest  beams 
Of  his  o'erflowing  grace  ! 

2  Princes  to  his  imperial  name 

Bend  their  bright  sceptres  down ; 


THE  ATONEMENT.  65 

Dominions,  thrones,  and  powers  rejoice, 
To  see  him  wear  the  crown. 

3  Archangels  sound  his  lofty  praise, 

Through  every  heavenly  street ; 
And  lay  their  highest  honors  down, 
Submissive  at  his  feet. 

4  While  angels  shout  and  praise  their  King, 

Let  mortals  learn  their  strains : 
Let  all  the  earth  his  honors  sing ; 
O'er  all  the  earth  he  reigns. 

•5  Now  to  the  Lamb,  that  once  was  slain, 
Be  endless  blessings  paid  ; 
Salvation,  glory,  joy,  remain 
For  ever  on  thy  head  ! 

•6  Thou  hast  redeem'd  our  souls  with  blood, 
Hast  set  the  pris'ners  free, 
Hast  made  us  kings  and  priests  to  God, 
And  we  shall  reign  with  thee. 

?9  C.  M. 

The  Redeemer  praised  by  Angels. 

1  "OEYOND  the  glitt'fing  starry  skies, 
JI3  Far  as  th'  eternal  hills, 

There,  in  the  boundless  worlds  of  light, 
Our  dear  Redeemer  dwells. 

2  Legions  of  angels  round  his  throne 

In  countless  armies  shine ; 
At  his  right  hand,  with  golden  harps, 
They  offer  songs  divine. 

3  "Hail,  glorious  Prince  of  peace,"  they  cry, 

"Whose  unexampled  love 
Mov'd  thge  to  quit  those  blissful  realms, 
And  royalties  -above." 
5 


66  CHRIST    AND 

4  Through  all  his  travels  here  below, 
They  did  his  steps  attend; 
Oft  wond'ring,  how,  or  where,  at  last, 
This  mystic  scene  would  end. 

0  They  saw  his  heart  transfix'd  with  wounds, 

And  view'd  the  crimson  gore ; 
They  saw  him  break  the  bars  of  death, 
Which  none  e'er  broke  before. 

6  They  brought  his  chariot  from  above, 
To  bear  him  to  his  throne ; 
Clapp'd  their  triumphant  wings,  and  cried, 
"The  glorious  work  is  done." 

§0  C.  M. 

Offices  of  Christ. 

1  TJS7E  bless  the  Prophet  of  the  Lord, 

V  f     Who  comes  with  truth  and  grace ; 
Jesus,  thy  Spirit  and  thy  word 
Shall  lead  us  in  thy  ways. 

2  We  rev'rence  our  High  Priest  above, 

Who  offer' d  up  his  blood, 
And  lives  to  carry  on  his  love, 
By  pleading  with  our  God. 

3  We  honor  our  exalted  King, 

How  sweet  are  his  commands  ! 
He  guards  our  souls  from  hell  and  sin, 
By  his  almighty  hands. 

4  Hosanna  to  his  blessed  name, 

Who  saves  by  glorious  ways ; 
Th'  anointed  Saviour  has  a  claim 
To  our  immortal  praise. 


THE  ATONEMENT.  67 

81  C.  M. 

Prayer  for  the  Reign  of  Christ. 

1  TrESTTS.  immortal  King,  arise  ! 
$J>    Rise  and  assert  thy  sway ; 

Till  earth,  subclu'd,  its  tribute  brings, 
And  distant  lands  obey. 

2  Ride  forth,  victorious  Conqu'ror,  ride, 

Till  all  thy  foes  submit, 
And  all  the  powers  of  hell  resign 
Their  trophies  at  thy  feet ! 

3  Send  forth  thy  word,  and  let  it  fly 

This  spacious   earth  around ; 

Till  evei^  soul  beneath  the  sun 

Shall  hear  the  joyful  sound ! 

4  0  may  the  great  Redeemer's  name 

Through  every  clime  be  known  ! 
And  heathen  gods,  like  Dagon,  fall, 
And  Jesus  reign  alone. 

5  From  sea  to  sea,  from  shore  to  shore, 

May  Jesus  be  ador'd ! 
And  earth  with  all  her  millions  shout, 
Hosanna  to  the  Lord. 

§2  L.  M. 

The  Star  of  Bethlehem. 

1  "1^7 HEN,  marshal' d  on  the  nightly  plain, 

U     The  glitt'ring  host  bestud  the  sky, 
One  star  alone,  of  all  the  train, 

Can  fix  the  sinner's  wand' ring  eye. 

2  Hark!  hark!  to  God  the  chorus  breaks, 

From  every  host,  from  every  gem  ; 
But.  one  alone  the  Saviour  speaks, 
It  is  the  Star  of  Bethlehem, 


68  CHRIST    AND 

8  Once  on  the  raging  seas  I  rode — 

The  storm  was  loud,  the  night  was  dark; 
The  ocean  yawn'd — and  rudely  blow'd 
The  wind  that  toss'd  my  found' ring  bark. 

4  Deep  horror  then  my  vitals  froze ; 

Death-struck,  I  ceas'd  the  tide  to  stem, 
When  suddenly  a  star  arose, 
It  was  the  Star  of  Bethlehem. 

5  It  was  my  guide,  my  light,  my  all ; 

It  bade  my  dark  forbodings  cease ; 
And  through  the  storms,  &  danger  s  thrall, 
It  led  me  to  the  port  of  peace. 

6  Now,  safely  moor'd — my  perils  o'er, 

I'll  sing,  first  in  night's  diadem, 
For  ever  and  for  evermore, 

The  Star— the  Star  of  Bethlehem. 
83  P.  M. 

On  the  passion. 

1  HAW  ye  my  Saviour!  saw  ye  my  Saviour ! 
£3  Saw  ye  my  Saviour  and  God  ? 

Ah!  he  died  on  Calvary, 
To  atone  for  you  and  me, 
And  to  purchase  our  pardon  with  blood. 

2  He  was  extended  !  he  was  extended ! 
Shamefully  nail'd  to  the  cross: 

Oh !  he  bowed  his  head  and  died  1 
Thus  my  Lord  was  crucified, 
To  atone  for  a  world  that  was  lost. 

3  Jesus  hung  bleeding!  Jesus  hung  bleeding! 
Three  dreadful  hours  in  pain : 

Oh  !  the  sun  refus'd  to  shine, 
When  his  majesty  divine, 
Was  derided,  insulted  and  slain.     ' 


THE  ATONEMENT.  G9 

4  Darkness  prevailed  !  Darkness  prevailed  ! 
Darkness  prevailed  o'er  the  land: 

Oh  !  the  solid  rocks  were  rent, 
Through  creation's  vast  extent, 
When  the  Jews  crucified  the  God-man. 

5  When  it  was  finish' d,  when  it  was  finish'd, 
And  the  atonement  was  made  ; 

He  was  taken  by  the  great, 
And  embalm' d  in  spices  sweet, 
And  into  a  new  sepulchre  laid. 

6  Hail,    mighty    Saviour !    Hail,    mighty 

Saviour ! 

Prince — and  the  author  of  peace ! 
0  !  he  burst  the  bands  of  death, 
And  triumphant  through  the  east, 

He  ascended  to  mansions  of  bliss. 

7  Now  interceding  !  Now  interceding ! 
Pleading  that  sinners  may  live ; 

Crying,  Father  I  have  died  ! 
0  behold  my  hands  and  side, 
To  redeem  them  : — I  pray  thee  forgive. 

8  I  will  forgive  them  !  I  will  forgive  them  ! 
If  they'll  repent  and  believe  : 

Let  them  now  return  to  me, 
And  be  reconcil'd  to  thee, 
And  salvation  they  all  shall  receive. 
84  C.  M. 

1  "^TONDER — amazing  sight !  I  see 

JL    The  incarnate  Son  of  God, 

Expiring  on  the  accursed  tree, 

And  welt' ring  in  his  blood. 

2  Behold  a  purple  torrent  run, 

Down  from  his  hands  and  head: 


70  CHRIST    AND 

The  crimson  tide  puts  out  the  sun  ! 
His  groans  awake  the  dead. 

3  The  trembling  earth,  the  darken' d  sky 

Proclaim  the  truth  aloud  ; 
And  with  the  amaz'd  centurion  cry 
"This  is  the  Son  of  God." 

4  So  great,  so  vast  a  sacrifice 

May  well  my  hopes  revive : 
If  God's  own  Son  thus  bleeds  and  dies, 
The  sinner  sure  may  live. 

5  0  that  these  cords  of  love  divine, 

Might  draw  me,  Lord,  to  thee ! 
Thou  hast  my  heart,  it  shall  be  thine ; 
Thine  it  shall  ever  be! 

§5  L.  M. 

1  QTRETCH'D  on  the  cross  the  Saviour  dies; 
k3  Hark!  his  expiring  groans  arise! 

See,  from  his  hands,  his  feet,  his  side, 
Runs  down  the  sacred  crimson  tide  ! 

2  But  life  attends  the  dreadful  sound, 
And  flows  from  every  bleeding  wound  ; 
The  vital  stream  how  free  it  flows, 

To  save  and  cleanse  his  rebel  foes ! 

3  And  didst  thou  bleed, — for  sinners  bleed! 
And  could  the  sun  behold  the  deed '? 

No  ;  he  withdrew  his  shining  ray, 
And  darkness  veil'd  the  mourning  day. 

4  Can  I  survey  this  scene  of  wo, 

Where  mingling  grief  and  wonder  flow, 
And  yet  my  heart  unmov'd  remain, 
Insensible  to  love  or  pain  ? 


THE  ATONEMENT.  71 

5  Come,  dearest  Lord,  thy  grace  impart, 
To  warm  this  cold,  unfeeling  heart ; 
Till  all  its  powers  and  passions  move, 
In  melting  grief,  and  ardent  love. 

§6  C.  M. 

His  humiliation. 

1  A  ND  did  the  Holy  and  the  Just, — 
XjL  The  Sov'reign  of  the  skies, — 
Stoop  down  to  wretchedness  and  dust, 

That  guilty  man  might  rise  ? 

2  Yes,  the  Redeemer  left  his  throne, 

His  radiant  throne  on  high — ■ 
Surprising  mercy!  love  unknown! — 
To  sutler,  bleed,  and  die. 

3  To  dwell  with  mis'ry  here  below, 

The  Saviour  left  the  skies, 
And  sunk  to  wretchedness  and  wo, 
That  worthless  man  might  rise. 

4  He  took  the  dying  traitor's  place, 

And  suffer' d  in  his  stead; 
For  sinful  man — 0  wondrous  grace  ! — 
For  sinful  man  he  bled. 

5  0  Lord,  what  heavenly  wonders  dwell 

In  thine  atoning  blood ! 
By  this  are  sinners  saved  from  hell, 
And  rebels  brought  to  God. 
87  S.  M. 

Our  ransom  paid. 
1   ^~\HR  sins  on  Christ  were  laid  ; 
1 3  He  bore  the  mighty  load ; 
Our  ransom-price  he  fully  paid 
In  groans,  and  tears,  and  blood. 


72  CHRIST    AND 

2  To  save  a  world,  lie  dies ; 

Sinners,  behold  the  Lamb  I 
To  him  lift  up  your  longing  eyes;; 
Seek  mercy  in  his  name. 

3  Pardon  and  peace  abound ; 

He  will  your  sins  forgive  ; 
Salvation  in  his  name  is  found, — 
He  bids  the  sinner  live. 

4  Jesus,  we  look  to  thee ; — 

Where  else  can  sinners  go  ? 
Thy  boundless  love  shall  set  us  free- 
From  wretchedness  and  wo. 

SS  L.  M. 

The  hidings  of  the  Father  s  face. 

1  TOIIOM  Calvary  a  cry  was  heard, — 
JC    A  bitter  and  heart-rending  cry ; 
My  Saviour  !  every  mournful  word 
Bespeaks  thy  soul's  deep  agony. 

2  A  horror  of  great  darkness  fell 
On  thee,  thou  spotless,  holy  One ! 
And  all  the  swarming  hosts  of  hell 
Conspired  to  tempt  God's  only  Son. 

3  The  scourge,  the  thorns,  the  deep  disgrace-., 
These  thou  couldst  bear,  nor  once  repine  t; 
But  when  Jehovah  veil'd  his  face, 
Unutterable  pangs  where  thine. 

4  Let  the  dumb  world  its  silence  break; 
Let  pealing  anthems  rend  the  sky ; 
Awake,  my  sluggish  soul,  awake ! 

He  died,  that  we  might  never  die. 

5  Lord !  on  thy  cross  I  fix  mine  eye; 
If  e'er  I  lose  its  strong  control, 


THE  ATONEMENT. 

0,  let  that  dying,  piercing  cry, 
Melt  and  reclaim  my  wand' ring  soul. 

89  L.  M. 

The  atonement  completed. 

1  'nniS  finish' d  !  the  Messiah  dies, — 

J_    Cut  off  for  sins,  but  not  his  own; 
Accomplish'd  is  the  sacrifice, — 
The  great  redeeming  work  is  done. 

2  'Tis  finish'd!  all  the  debt  is  paid; 
Justice  divine  is  satisfied ; 

The  grand  and  full  atonement  made ; 
Christ  for  a  guilty  world  hath  died. 

3  The  veil  is  rent;  in  him  alone 
The  living  way  to  heaven  is  seen ; 
The  middle  wall  is  broken  down, 
And  all  mankind  may  enter  in. 

4  The  types  and  figures  arefulfill'd; 
Exacted  is  the  legal  pain; 

The  precious  promises  are  seal'd  ; 
The  spotless  Lamb  of  God  is  slain. 

5  Death,  hell,  and  sin,  are  now  subdued ; 
All  grace  is  now  to  sinners  given ; 
And,  lo  !  I  plead  th'  atoning  blood, 
And  in  thy  right  I  claim  my  heaven. 

90  C.  M. 

God  reconciled  in  Christ. 

1  "|^|EAREST  of  all  the  names  above, 
JLF   My  Jesus  and  my  God. 

Who  can  resist  thy  heav'nly  love, 
Or  trifle  with  thy  blood  ? 

2  'Tis  by  the  merits  of  thy  death 

The  Father  smiles  again ; 


74     CHRIST  AND  THE  ATONEMENT. 

'Tis  by  thine  interceding  breath 
The  Spirit  dwells  with  men. 

3  Till  God  in  human  flesh  I  see, 

My  thoughts  no  comfort  find  ; 
,     The  holy,  just,  and  sacred  Three, 
Are  terrors  to  my  mind. 

4  But  if  Immanuel's  face  appear, 

My  hope,  my  joy  begins  ; 
His  name  forbids  my  slavish  fear, 
His  grace  removes  my  sins. 

5  While  Jews  on  their  own  law  rely, 

And  Greeks  of  wisdom  boast, 
I  love  th'  incarnate  mystery, 
And  there  I  fix  my  trust. 

91  C.  M. 

Efficacy  of  the  atoning  blood. 

1  fTlHERE  is  a  fountain  filld  with  blood, 

1     Drawn  from  Immanuel's  veins  ; 
And  sinners,  plunged  beneath  that  flood, 
Lose  all  their  guilty  stains. 

2  The  dying  thief  rejoiced  to  see 

That  fountain  in  his  day ; 
And  there  may  I,  though  vile  as  he, 
Wash  all  my  sins  away. 

3  Thou  dying  Lamb  !  thy  precious  blood 

Shall  never  lose  its  power, 
Till  all  the  ransom' d  Church  of  God 
Are  saved,  to  sin  no  more. 

4  E'er  since,  by  faith,  I  saw  the  stream 

Thy  flowing  wounds  supply, 
Redeeming  love  has  been  my  theme, 


HOLY   SPIRIT.  75 

Then  in  a  nobler,  sweeter  song, 

I'll  sing  thy  power  to  save, 
When  this  poor  lisping,  stamm'ring  tongue, 

Lies  silent  in  the  grave. 


HOLY  SPIRIT. 


92  L.  M. 

1  TJ<  TERNAL  Spirit,  we  confess 

jLi   And  sing  the  wonders  of  thy  grace ; 
Thy  power  conveys  our  blessings  down, 
From  God  the  Father  and  the  Son. 

2  Enlighten' d  by  thy  heavenly  ray, 
Our  shades  and  darkness  turn  to  day ; 
Thine  inward  teachings  make  us  kno'w, 
Our  danger  and  our  refuge  too. 

3  Thy  power  and  glory  work  within, 
And  break  the  chains  of  reigning  sin ; 
Do  our  imperious  lusts  subdue, 

And  form  our  wretched  hearts  anew. 

4  The  troubled  conscience  knows  thy  voice : 
Thy  cheering  words  awake  our  joys; 
Thy  words  allay  the  .stormy  wind, 

And  calm  the  surges  of  the  mind. 

93  L.  M. 

1  JHOME,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove, 
\J  With  light  and  comfort  from  above, 
Be  thou  our  guardian,  thou  our  guide ; 
O'er  every  thought  and  step  preside. 

2  Conduct  us  safe,  conduct  us  far 
From  every  sin  and  hurtful  snare ; 


tb  HOLY    SPIRIT. 

Lead  to  thy  word,  that  rules  must  give, 
And  teach  us  lessons  how  to  live. 

3  The  light  of  truth  to  us  display, 

That  we  may  know  and  love  thy  way ; 
Plant  holy  fear  in  every  heart, 
That  we  from  thee  may  ne'er  depart. 

4  Lead  us  to  righteousness,  the  road 
That  we  must  take,  to  dwell  with  God : 
Lead  us  to  heaven,  the  seat  of  bliss, 
Where  pleasure  in  perfection  is. 

94  C.  M. 

1  "fllTE'S  come!  let  every  knee  be  bent, 
JO.  All  hearts  new  joy  resume ; 
Sing,  ye  redeem' d,  with  one  consent, 

"The  Comforter  is  come." 

2  What  greater  gift,  what  greater  love, 

Could  God  on  man  bestow  ? 
Angels  for  this  rejoice  above, 
Let  man  rejoice  below  ! 

3  Hail,  blessed  Spirit !  may  each  soul 

Thy  sacred  influence  feel ; 
Do  thou  each  sinful  thought  control, 
And  fix  our  wav'ring  zeal ! 

4  Thou  to  the  conscience  dost  convey 

Those  checks  which  we  should  know ; 
Thy  motions  point  to  us  the  way, 
Thou  giv'st  us  strength  to  go. 

95  L.  M. 

1  ^iOME,  Holy  Spirit,  raise  our  songs, 
\J  To  reach  the  wonders  of  the  day, 
When  with  the  fiery  cloven  tongues 

Thou  didst  those  glorious  scenes  display. 


HOLY   SPIRIT.  77 

2  0,  'twas  a  most  auspicious  hour, 

Season  of  grace  and  sweet  delight, 
When  thou  didst  come  with  mighty  power, 
And  light  of  truth  divinely  bright. 

3  By  this  the  blest  disciples  knew 

Their  risen  Head  had  enter'd  heaven ; 
Had  now  obtain' d  the  promise  due, 
Fully  by  God  the  Father  given. 

4  Lord,  we  believe  to  us  and  ours 

The  apostolic  promise  given ; 
We  want  the  pentecostal  powers. 

The  Holy  Ghost  sent  down  from  heaven. 

5  Ah  !  leave  us  not  to  mourn  below, 

Or  long  for  thy  return  to  pine ; 

Now,  Lord,  the  Comforter  bestow, 

And  fix  in  us  the  Guest  divine. 

6  Assembled  here  with  one  accord, 

Calmly  we  wait  the  promis'd  grace, 
The  purchase  of  bur  dying  Lord: 
Come,  Holy  Ghost,  and  fill  the  place. 

7  If  ev'ry  one  that  asks  may  find, 

If  still  thou  dost  on  sinners  fall, 
Come  as  a  mighty  rushing  wind ; 
Great  grace  be  now  upon  us  all. 

8  Behold,  to  thee  our  souls  aspire, 

And  languish  thy  descent  to  meet : 
Kindle  in  each  the  living  fire, 
And  fix  in  every  heart  thy  seat. 

96  S.  M. 


1  r^cw 


OME,  Holy  Spirit,  come 
With  energy  divine, 


78  HOLY   SPIRIT. 

And  on  this  poor  benighted  soul 
With  beams  of  mercy  shine. 

2  From  the  celestial  hills, 

Life,  light,  and  joy,  dispense  ; 
And  may  I  daily,  hourly  feel 
Thy  quick' ning  influence. 

3  Melt,  melt,  this  frozen  heart, 

This  stubborn  will  subdue, 
Each  evil  passion  overcome, 
And  form  me  all  anew. 

4  Mine  will  the  profit  be, 

But  thine  shall  be  the  praise ; 
And  unto  thee  I  will  devote 
The  remnant  of  my  days. 

97  C.  M. 

The  earnest  and  pledge  of  joy  to  come. 

1  1H|7HY  should  the  children  of  a  King 

If     Go  mourning  all  their  days  ? 
Great  Comforter,  descend  and  bring 
The  tokens  of  thy  grace. 

2  Dost  thou  not  dwell  in  all  thy  saints, 

And  seal  the  heirs  of  heaven  ? 
When  wilt  thou  banish  my  complaints, 
And  show  my  sins  forgiven  ? 

3  Assure  my  conscience  of  her  part 

In  the  Redeemer's  blood  ; 
And  bear  thy  witness  with  my  heart, 
That  I  am  born  of  God. 

4  Thou  art  the  earnest  of  his  love, — 

The  pledge  of  joys  to  come; 
May  thy  blest  wings,  celestial  Dove, 
Safely  convey  me  home. 


HOLY   SPIRIT.  '  79 

98  C.  M. 

The  Godhead  reconciled. 
lOME,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 


\j  Oi 


Ine  God  in  persons  three ; 
Bring  back  the  heavenly  blessing  lost 
By  all  mankind  and  me. 

2  Thy  favor  and  thy  nature  too, 

To  me,  to  all  restore; 
Forgive,  and  after  Thee  renew, 
And  keep  me  evermore. 

3  Eternal  Sun  of  Righteousness, 

Display  thy  beams  divine, 
And  cause  the  glories  of  thy  face 
Upon  my  heart  to  shine. 
•1  Light,  in  thy  light,  0  may  I  see, 
Thy  grace  and  mercy  prove  ; 
Revived,  and  cheer'd,  and  blest  by  thee 
The  God  of  pard'ning  love. 

5  Lift  up  thy  countenance  serene, 

And  let  thy  happy  child 
Behold,  without  a  cloud  between, 
The  Godhead  reconciled. 

6  That  all-comprising  peace  bestow 

On  me,  through  grace  forgiven  ; 
The  joys  of  holiness  below, 
And  then  the  joys  of  heaven. 

99  S.  M. 

The  revealing  and  witnessing  Spirit. 
1    QPIRIT  of  faith,  come  down, 
O  Reveal  the  things  of  God ; 
And  make  to  us  the  Godhead  known, 
And  witness  with  the  blood : 


80  '  HOLY   SPIRIT. 

'Tis  thine  the  blood  t'  apply, 

And  give  us  eyes  to  see, 
That  He  who  did  for  sinners  die, 

Hath  surely  died  for  me. 

2  No  man  can  truly  say 

That  Jesus  is  the  Lord, 
Unless  thou  take  the  veil  away, 

And  breathe  the  living  word  : 
Then,  only  then  we  feel 

Our  int'rest  in  his  blood  ; 
And  cry,  with  joy  unspeakable, — 

Thou  art  my  Lord,  my  God! 

3  0  that  the  world  might  know 

The  all-atoning  Lamb  ! 
Spirit  of  faith,  descend  and  show 

The  virtue  of  his  Name  : 
The  grace  which  all  may  find, 

The  saving  power  impart ; 
And  testify  to  all  mankind, 

And  speak  in  every  heart. 

100  1st  P.  M.  6  lines  8s. 

The  signature  of  divine  love. 

HEN  shall  I  hear  the  inward  voice, 
Which  only  faithful  souls  can  hear  ? 
Pardon,  and  peace,  and  heavenly  joys, 

Attend  the  promised  Comforter : 
0  come,  and  righteousness  divine, 
And  Christ,  and.  all  with  Christ,  are  mine. 

0  that  the  Comforter  would  come, 
Nor  visit  as  a  transient  guest; 

But  fix  in  me  his  constant  home, 
And  keep  possession  of  my  breast' 


HOIiY    SPIRIT.  -81 

And  make  my  soul  his  loved  abode, 
The  temple  of  indwelling  God. 
■3  -Come,  Holy  Ghost,  my  heart  inspire; 

Attest  that  I  am  born  again ; 
Come,  and  baptize  me  now  with  fire, 

Nor  let.  thy  former  gifts  be  vain ; 
I  cannot  rest  in  sins  forgiven.; 
Whore  is  the  earnest  of  my  heaven  ? 
4  Where  is  that  sure  and  promised  seal, 

Which  ascertains  the  kingdom  mine  ? 
The  powerful  stamp  I  long  to  feel, — 

The  signature  of  love  divine  ; 
0  shed  it  in  my  heart  abroad, 
Fullness  of  love,  of  heaven,  of  God  ! 

lOl  €.  M. 

Fear  of  grieving  the  Spirit. 
ND  shall  I  still  the  Spirit  grieve, 


2A: 


And  still  reject  his  call? 
Oh,  will  he  not  the  rebel  leave 

In -ski's -dark  way  to  fall  ? 
Shall  I  the  heavenly  Friend  refuse, 

And  drive  him  from  my  heart  ? 
His  warnings  and  his  love  abuse, 

And  bid  him  hence  depart  ? 
Will  he  not  justly  give  me  o'er, 

Though  ready  now  to  save  ? 
Will  he  not  bar  the  heavenly  door, 

When  I  his  pity  crave  ? 
"Depart" — will  he  at  last  reply  ? 

Oh,  may  I  now  attend ; 
Now  to  the  cross  for  mercy  fly, 

And  make  my  God  my  friend. 

6 


82  HOLY   SPIRIT. 

1©2  L.  M. 

1  A  MIDST  a  world  of  hopes  and  fears, 
JjL  A  world  of  cares,  and  toils,  and  tears, 
Where  foes  alarm,  and  dangers  threat, 
And  pleasures  kill,  and  glories  cheat : 

2  Send  down,  0  Lord  !  a  heav'nly  ray, 
To  guide  me  in  the  doubtful  way  ; 
And  o'er  me  hold  thy  shield  of  pow'r, 
To  guard  me  in  the  dang'rous  hour. 

3  Teach  me  the  flatt'ring  paths  to  shun, 
In  which  the  thoughtless  many  run, 
Who  for  a  shade  the  substance  miss. 
And  grasp  their  ruin  in  their  bliss. 

4  May  never  pleasure,  wealth,  or  pride, 
Allure  my  wand' ring  soul  aside  ; 
But  through  this  maze  of  mortal  ill, 
Safe  lead  me  to  thy  heav'nly  hill. 

5  There  glories  shine,  and  pleasures  roll, 
That  charm,  delight,  transport  the  soul, 
And  every  panting  wish  shall  be 
Possess'd  of  boundless  bliss  in  thee. 

103  C.  M. 

The  spirit  of  adoption. 

1  T7JATHER,  I  wait  before  thy  throne  : 
J?    Call  me  a  child  of  thine : 

Send  down  the  Spirit  of  thy  Son, 
To  form  my  heart  divine. 

2  There  shed  thy  promised  love  abroad, 

And  make  my  comfort  strong  : 
Then  shall  I  say, — My  Father,  God  ! 
With  an  unwav'ring  tongue. 


HOLY   SPIRIT.  83 

104  L.  M. 

The  effusion  of  the  Spirit. 

1  (~^  RE  AT  was  the  day,  the  joy  was  great, 
\~X  When  the  divine  disciples  met; 
Whilst  on  their  heads  the  Spirit  came, 
And  sat  like  tongues  of  cloven  flame. 

2  What  gifts,  what  miracles  he  gave ! 
And  pow'r  to  kill,  and  pow'r  to  save ! 
Furnish'd  their   tongues    with  wondrous 

words, 
Instead  of  shields,  and  spears,  and  swords. 

3  Thus  arm'd,  he  sent  the  champions  forth, 
From  east  to  west,  from  south  to  north  ; 
"Go,  and  assert  your  Saviours  cause, 
"Go,  spread  the  myst'ry  of  his  cross." 

4  These  weapons  of  the  holy  war, 
Of  what  almighty  force  they  are, 

To  make  our  stubborn  passions  bow, 
And  lay  the  proudest  rebel  low ! 

5  Nations,  the  learned  and  the  rude, 
Are  by  these  heav'nly  arms  subdu'd; 
While  Satan  rages  at  his  loss, 

And  hates  the  doctrine  of  tlie  cross. 

6  Great  King  of  grace  !  my  heart  subdue ; 
I  would  be  led  in  triumph  too, 

A  willing  captive  to  my  Lord, 
And  sing  the  vict'ries  of  his  word. 

105  S.  M. 

1  "OLEST  Comforter  divine! 
$3  Whose  rays  of  heav'nly  love 
Amid  our  gloom  and  darkness  shine, 
And  point  our  souls  above. 


84  THE   SPREAD   OF 

2  Thou — who  with  "still  small  voice," 

Dost  stop  the  sinner's  way, 
And  bid  the  mourning  saint  rejoice, 
Though  earthly  joys  decay : 

3  Thou — whose  inspiring  breath 

Can  make  the  cloud  of  care, 
And  e'en  the  gloomy  vale  of  death 
A  smile  of  glory  wear. 

4  Thou — who  dost  fill  the  heart 

With  love  to  all  our  race, 
Blest  Comforter  ! — to  us  impart 
The  blessings  of  thy  grace. 


THE  SPREAD  OF  THE  GOSPEL. 

106  S.  M. 

1  1TI~0W  beauteous  are  their  feet, 
JOL  Who  stand  on  Zions  hill; 

That  bring  salvation  on  their  tongues, 
And  words  of  peace  reveal ! 

2  How  charming  is  their  voice, 

So  sweet  the  tidings  are  ; 
"Zion,  behold  thy  Saviour  King ; 
He  reigns  and  triumphs  here  !" 

3  How  happy  are  our  ears, 

That  hear  the  joyful  sound, 
Which  kings  and  prophets  waited  for, 
And  sought,  but  never  found ! 

4  How  blessed  are  our  eyes, 

That  see  this  heavenly  light ; 
Prophets  and  kings  desird  it  long, 
But  died  without  the  sight ! 


THE    GOSPEL.  85 

5  The  watchmen  join  their  voice, 

And  tuneful  notes  employ ; 
Jerusalem  breaks  forth  in  songs, 
And  deserts  learn  the  joy. 

6  The  Lord  makes  bare  his  arm 

Through  all  the  earth  abroad : 
Let  every  nation  now  behold 
Their  Saviour  and  their  God. 

10?  S.  M. 

1  ~yQJ"E>  messengers  of  Christ, 

1     His  sovereign  voice  obey; 
Arise  !  and  follow  where  he  leads, 
And  peace  attend  your  way. 

2  The  master  whom  you  serve, 

Will  needful  strength  bestow  ; 
Depending  on  his  promis'd  aid, 
With  sacred  courage  go. 

3  Mountains  shall  sink  to  plains, 

And  hell  in  vain  oppose  : 
The  cause  is  God's  and  must  prevail, 
In  spite  of  all  his  foes. 

4  Go,  spread  a  Saviour's  fame, 

And  tell  his  matchless  grace, 
To  the  most  guilty  and  deprav'd 
Of  Adam's  num'rous  race. 

5  We  wish  you  in  his  name, 

Great  courage  and  success; 
Assur'd  that  he  who  sends  you  forth, 
Will  your  endeavors  bless. 

10S  L.  M. 

1    d^i  0,  preach  my  Gospel,  saith  the  Lord, 
\J%  Bid  the  whole  world  my  grace  receive, 


I 


86  THE    SPREAD   OP 

He  shall  be  sav'd  that  trusts  my  word; 
He  shall  be  damn'd  that  won't  believe. 

2  I'll  make  your  great  commission  known, 
And  ye  shall  prove  my  Gospel  true, 

By  all  the  works  that  I  have  done, 
By  all  the  wonders  ye  shall  do. 

3  Teach  all  the  nations  my  commands ; 
"I'm  with  you  till  the  world  shall  end ; 
All  power  is  trusted  in  my  hands, 

I  can  destroy,  and  I  defend." 

109  C.  M. 

X  0,  and  the  Saviour's  grace  proclaim, 
JT  Ye  messengers  of  God  ; 
Go,  publish  through  Immanuel's  name, 
Salvation  bought  with  blood. 

2  What  though  your  arduous  task  may  lie 

Through  regions  dark  as  death ; 
What  though  your  faith  and  zeal  to  try, 
Perils  beset  your  path? 

3  Yet,  with  determin'd  courage,  go, 

And  arm' d  with  power  divine, 
Your  God  will  needful  aid  bestow, 
And  on  your  labors  shine. 

4  He  who  has  call'd  you  to  the  war, 

Will  recompense  your  pains ; 
Before  Messiah's  conquering  car, 
Mountains  shall  sink  to  plains. 

5  Shrink  not,  though  earth  and  hell  oppose, 

But  plead  your  Master's  cause; 
Nor  doubt  that  e'en  your  mighty  foes, 
Shall  bow  before  his  cross. 


THE    GOSPEL.  87 

110  L.  M. 

1  I^OMFORT,  ye  ministers  of  grace, 
%J  Comfort  the  people  of  your  Lord ; 
0  lift  ye  up  the  fallen  race, 

And  cheer  them  by  the  Gospel  word. 

2  Go  into  every  nation,  go, 

Speak  to  their  trembling  hearts,  and  cry  : 
Glad  tidings  unto  all  we  show  ; 
Jerusalem,  thy  God  is  nigh. 

0  Hark !  in  the  wilderness  a  cry, 

A  voice  that  loudly  calls,  Prepare! 
Prepare  your  hearts,  for  God  is  nigh, 
And  means  to  make  his  entrance  there ! 

4  The  Lord  your  God  will  quickly  come  ; 
Sinners  repent,  the  call  obey : 

Open  your  hearts  to  make  him  room, 
Ye  desert  souls,  prepare  his  way. 

5  The  Lord  shall  clear  his  way  through  all, 
Whate'er  obstructs,  obstructs  in  vain ; 
The  vale  shall  rise,  the  mountain  fall, 
Crooked  be  straight,  and  rugged  plain. 

6  The  glory  of  the  Lord  display'd 
Shall  all  mankind  together  view, 

And  what  his  mouth  in  truth  hath  said, 
His  own  almighty  hand  shall  do. 

111  L.  M. 

1  TTESUS  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 
ftl    Does  his  successive  journeys  run  ; 
His  kingdom  spread  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  moons  shall  wax  and  wane  no  more. 

2  From  north  to  south  the  princes  meet, 
To  pay  their  homage  at  his  feet  ; 


55  THE    SPREAD   OF 

While  -western  empires  own  their  Lorefy. 
And  savage  tribes  attend  his  word. 

3  To  him  shall  endless  pray'r  he  made, 
And  endless  praises  crown  his  head  ; 
His  name  like  sweet  perfume  shall  rise 
With  every  morning  sacrifice. 

4  People  and  realms  of  every  tongue, 
Dwell  on  his  love  with  sweetest  songr 
And  infant  voices  shall  proclaim 
Their  early  blessings  on  his  name. 

112  S.  M. 


>Y 


E  servants  of  the  Lord, 
Each  in  his  office  wait  \ 
Observant  of  his  heavenly  word,. 
And  watchful  at  his  gate. 


2  Let  all  your  lamps  be  bright, 

And  trim  the  golden  flame  j 
Gird  up  your  loins  as  in  his  sight,, 
For  awful  is  his  name. 

3  Watch,  'tis  your  Lord's  command  ; 

And  while  we  speak,  he's  near  ~ 
Mark  the  first  signal  of  his  handr 
And  ready  all  appear. 

4  0  happy  servant  he, 

In  such  a  posture  found  : 
He  shall  his  Lord  with  rapture  seey 
And  be  with  honor  crown' d. 

5  Christ  shall  the  banquet  spread, 

With  his  own  bounteous  hand, 
And  raise  that  fav'rite  servant's  hea&, 
Amidst  th'  angelic  band. 


THE    GOSPEL.  89 

113  L.  M. 

IWAS  Jesus'  last  and  great  command, 


1  TfWi 
1    «< 


'Go,  preach  my  word  in  every  land,. 
To  all  be  my  salvation  shown, 
To  every  creature  make  it  known. 

2  While  thus  employ'd,  expect  my  grace, 
Attending  you  from  place  to  place  ; 
Where'er  you  meet,  expect  me  there, 
In  church,  or  house,  or  open  air." 

3  Commission'd  thus,  we  come  abroad, 
To  preach  the  Gospel  of  our  God ; 
The  love  of  God  in  Christ  to  tell, 
The  love  that  saves  from  sin  and  hell. 

4  Jesus,  our  Lord,  thy  word  fulfill, 
Thy  Spirit's  power  be  with  us  still; 
May  all  our  souls  thy  blessings  share, 
Accept  our  praise  and  hear  our  pray'r. 

114  C.  M. 

HITS   saith   the  Lord,   "My  Son  shall 
To  earth's  remotest  bound:        [reign 
I  will  his  holy  throne  maintain, 
And  all  his  foes  confound.'7 


1  m 


Arise,  0  God,  thy  strength  display, 

Stretch  forth  thy  conqu'ring  sword ; 
O'er  every  land  thy  sceptre  sway, 

And  shed  thy  grace  abroad. 
Soon  may  the  Gentile  and  the  Jew 

With  one  consent  submit ; 
And  men  of  every  name  and  hue, 

Bow  at  Immanuel's  feet. 
Send  forth  thy  Spirit  with  thy  word, 

To  every  tribe  and  tongue  ; 


90  THE    SPREAD   OF 

Let  all  the  nations  praise  the  Lord, 
In  one  delightful  song. 

115  6.  4  6s  &  2  8s. 

1  "O  LOW  ye  the  trumpet,  blow 
JO  The  gladly  solemn  sound ; 
Let  ail  the  nations  know, 

To  earth's  remotest  bound  : 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

2  Jesus,  our  great  High  Priest, 

Hath  full  atonement  made : 
Ye  weary  spirits,  rest, 

Ye  mournful  souls,  be  glad: 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come  ; 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

3  Extol  the  Lamb  of  God, 

The  all-atoning  Lamb ; 
Redemption  in  his  blood 

Throughout  the  world  proclaim: 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

4  Ye  slaves  of  sin  and  hell, 

Your' liberty  receive, 
And  safe  in  Jesus  dwell, 

And  blest  in  Jesus  live  : 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come ; 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home. 

5  Ye  who  have  sold  for  naught 

Your  heritage  above, 
Shall  have  it  back  unbought, 

The  gift  of  Jesus'  love  : 
The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come  ; 
Return,  ye  ransom'd  sinners,  home.' 


THE    GOSPEL.  91 

6  The  Gospel  trumpet  hear, 

The  news  of  heavenly  grace  ; 

And  sav'd  from  earth,  appear 
Before  your  Saviour's  face  : 

The  year  of  Jubilee  is  come; 

Eeturn,  ye  ransom' d  sinners,  home. 

116  C.  M. 

1  ~|~ESUS,  the  word  of  mercy  give, 
«!    And  let  it  swiftly  run  ; 

And  let  the  priests  themselves  believe, 
And  put  salvation  on. 

2  Cloth'd  with  the  Spirit  of  Holiness, 

May  all  thy  people  prove 
The  plenitude  of  Gospel  grace, 
The  joy  of  perfect  love. 

3  Jesus,  let  all  thy  lovers  shine, 

Illustrious  as  the  sun, 
And  bright  with  borrowed  rays  divine, 
Their  glorious  circuit  run. 

4  Beyond  the  reach  of  mortals,  spread 

Their  light  where'er  they  go  ; 
And  heavenly  influences  shed 
On  all  the  world  below. 

5  As  giants  may  they  run  their  race, 

Exulting  in  their  might  ; 
As  burning  luminaries  chase 
The  gloom  of  hellish  night. 

6  As  the  bright  Sun  of  Righteousness, 

Their  healing  wings  display ; 
And  let  their  lustre  still  increase 
Unto  the  perfect  day. 


92  THE   SPREAD    OF 

lit  C.  M. 

ESUS,  the  Name  high  oyer  all, 


l  test: 

d    In 


hell,  or  earth,  or  skj ; 
Angels  and  men  before  it  fall, 
And  devils  fear  and  fly. 

2  Jesus,  the  Name  to  sinners  dear, 

The  Name  to  sinners  given  ! 
It  scatters  all  their  guilty  fear  ; 
It  turns  their  hell  to  heaven. 

3  Jesus  the  pris'ner's  fetters  breaks, 

And  bruises  Satan's  head  ; 
Power  into  strengthless  souls  it  speaks, 
And  life  into  the  dead. 

4  0  that  the  world  might  taste  and  see 

The  riches  of  his  grace  ; 
The  arms  of  love  that  compass  me, 
Would  all  mankind  embrace. 

5  His  only  righteousness  I  show, 

His  saving  truth  proclaim  : 

;Tis  all  my  business  here  below, 

To  cry  "Behold  the  Lamb ;" 

6  Happy,  if  with  my  latest  breath 

I  may  but  gasp  his  Name  ! 
Preach  him  to  all,  and  cry  in  death, 
"Behold,  behold  the  Lamb  !" 

IIS  L.  M. 

1  4  KM  of  the  Lord,  awake,  awake  ! 

J\_  Thine  own  immortal  strength  put  on  ! 
With  terror  cloth'd,  hell's  kingdom  shake, 
And  cast  thy  foes  with  fury  down. 

2  As  in  the  ancient  days  appear  ! 

The  sacred  annals  speak  thy  fame ; 


THE    GOSPEL.  93 

Be  now  omnipotently  near, 
To  endless  ages  still  the  same. 

3  By  death  and  hell  pursu'd  in  vain, 

To  thee  the  ransom'd  seed  shall  come  ; 
Shouting  their  heav'nly  Zion  gain, 
And  pass   through   death   triumphant 
home. 

4  The  pain  of  life  shall  then  be  o'er, 

The  anguish  and  distracting  care ; 
There  sighing  grief  shall  weep  no  more, 
And  sin  shall  never  enter  there. 

5  Where  pure,  essential  joy  is  found, 

The  Lord's  redeem' d  their  heads  shall 
raise, 
With  everlasting  gladness  crown'd, 

And  fill'd  with  love,  and  lost  in  praise. 

119  C.  BE. 


XL 


ind  take  th'  alarm  they  give, 
Now  let  them  from  the  mouth  of  God, 
Their  solemn  charge  receive. 

'Tis  not  a  cause  of  small  import, 

The  pastor's  care  demands  : 
But  what  might  fill  an  angel's  heart, 

And  fill'd  a  Saviour's  hands. 

They  watch  for  souls,  for  which  the  Lord 

Did  heavenly  bliss  forego  ! 
For  souls,  which  must  forever  live, 

In  raptures,  or  in  woe. 
And  to  the  great  tribunal  haste, 

Th'  account  to  render  there ; 


94  THE    SPREAD   OF 

And  shouldst  thou  strictly  mark  our  faults, 
Lord,  where  should  we  appear. 
5  May  they  that  Jesus  whom  they  preach, 
Their  own  Redeemer  see, 

And  watch  thou  daily  o'er  their  souls, 
That  they  may  watch  for  thee. 

12©  7s  &  6s. 

1  gXROM  Greenland's  icy  mountains, 
JC    From  India's  coral  strand, 
Where  Afric's  sunny  fountains 

Roll  down  their  golden  sand; 
From  many  an  ancient  river, 

From  many  a  palmy  plain, 
They  call  us  to  deliver 

Their  land  from  error's  chain. 

2  What  though  the  spicy  breezes 

Blow  soft  o'er  Ceylon's  isle ; 
Though  every  prospect  pleases, 

And  only  man  is  vile  : 
In  vain  with  lavish  kindness 

The  gifts  of  God  are  strown  ; 
The  heathen  in  his  blindness 

Bows  down  to  wood  and  stone. 

3  Shall  we,  whose  souls  are  lighted 

With  wisdom  from  on  high, 
Shall  we,  to  men  benighted 

The  lamp  of  life  deny  ? 
Salvation  !  0,  salvation  ! 

The  joyful  sound  proclaim : 
Till  earth's  remotest  nation 

Has  learnt  Messiah's  name  ! 

4  Waft,  waft,  ye  winds,  his  story, 

And  you,  ye  waters,  roll, 


THE    GOSPEL.  95 

Till,  like  a  sea  of  glory, 

It  spreads  from  pole  to  pole ; 

Till  o'er  our  ransom'd  nature, 
The  Lamb  for  sinners  slain, 

Redeemer,  King,  Creator, 
In  bliss  returns  to  reign. 

121  4  7s. 

1  ^KTATCHMAN  !  tell  us  of  the  night, 

?  T     What  its  signs  of  promise  are : 
Trav'ler!  o'er  yon  mountain's  height, 

See  that  glory-beaming  star! 
Watchman !  does  its  beauteous  ray 

Aught  of  hope  or  joy  foretell  ? 
Trav'ler!  yes;  it  brings  the  day — 

Promis'd  day  of  Israel. 

2  Watchman  !  tell  us  of  the  night, 

Higher  yet  that  star  ascends  : 
Trav'ler  !  blessedness  and  light, 

Peace  and  truth,  its  course  portends* 
Watchman  !  will  its  beams  alone 

Gild  the  spot  that  gave  them  birth  ? 
Trav'ler !  ages  are  its  own, 

See,  it  bursts  o'er  all  the  earth. 
8  Watchman !  tell  us  of  the  night, 

For  the  morning  seems  to  dawn  ; 
Trav'ler!  darkness  takes  its  flight; 

Doubt  and  terror  are  withdrawn: 
Watchman  !  let  thy  wand' rings  cease, 

Hie  thee  to  thy  quiet  home; 
Trav'ler,  lo !  the  Prince  of  Peace, 

Lo,  the  Son  of  God  is  come. 

122  8  lines  8s  &  7s. 

1   \W[  HO  will  go  to  rear  the  standard 
TT     Of  the  cross  in  heathen  lands, 


96  THE    SPREAD   OF 

Where  the  people  sit  in  darkness, 
Bound  by  superstition's  bands? 

Who  will  leave  their  friends  and  country, 
Bid  adieu  to  earthly  bliss, 

Yield  their  lives  a  willing  off'ring, 
To  so  great  a  work  as  this  ? 

2  Who  will  go  to  Afric's  center, 

Tell  the  ^Ethiop  there's  a  God, 
Point  him  to  the  crimson  fountain 

Of  a  Saviour's  cleansing  blood  ? 
Who  will  climb  the  Rocky  Mountains, 

Through  the  western  forests  stray, 
Where  thick  gloom  and  pagan  darkness 

Long  have  held  unrival'd  sway  ? 

3  0!  for  Paul's  denying  spirit, 

For  his  missionary  zeal ; 
And  the  perfect  love  of  Jesus, 

Every  Christian  heart  to  fill : 
Then  the  earth  would  soon  be  cover  d 

With  the  knowledge  of  the  Lord, 
And  the  far-off  isles  of  ocean 

Soon  would  all  reeeive  his  word. 

123  L.  M. 

1  O HEPHERD  of  souls,  with  pitying  eye, 
©  The  thousands  of  our  Israel  see  : 

To  thee  in  their  behalf  we  cry, 

Ourselves  but  newly  found  in  thee. 

2  See  where  o'er  desert  wastes  they  err, 

And  neither  food  nor  feeder  have ; 
Nor  fold,  nor  place  of  refuge  near ; 
For  no  man  cares  their  souls  to  save. 

3  Wild  as  the  untaught  Indian's  brood, 

The  Christian  savages  remain: 


THE   GOSPEL.  97 

Strangers,  yea,  enemies  to  God, 

They  make  thee  spill  thy  blood  in  vain. 

4  Thy  people,  Lord,  are  sold  for  naught ; 

Nor  know  they  their  Redeemer  nigh : 

They  perish  whom  thyself  hast  bought ; 

Their  souls  for  lack  of  knowledge  die. 

5  The  pit  its  mouth  hath  open'd  wide, 

To  swallow  up  its  careless  prey  : 
"Why  should  they  die,  when  thou  hast  died? 
Hast  died  to  bear  their  sins  away ! 

6  Why  should  the  foe  thy  purchase  seize ! 

Remember,  Lord,  thy  dying  groans  ; 
The  meed  of  all  thy  suff' rings  these; 
0  claim  them  for  thy  ransom'd  ones. 

7  Extend  to  these  thy  pard'ning  grace : 

To  these  be  thy  salvation  show'd: 
0  add  them  to  thy  chosen  race ! 

0  sprinkle  all  their  hearts  with  blood  ! 

8  Still  let  the  publicans  draw  near  : 

Open  the  door  of  faith  and  heaven ; 
And  grant  their  hearts  thy  word  to  hear ! 
And  witness  all  their  sins  forgiven. 

124  8.  7.  8.  7.  4.  7. 

1  ~T7"ES,  my  native  land,  I  love  thee ; 

JL    All  thy  scenes,  I  love  them  well ; 
Friends,  connections,  happy  country, 
Can  I  bid  you  all  farewell  ? 
Can  I  leave  you, 
Far  in  distant  lands  to  dwell  ? 

2  Home,  thy  joys  are  passing  lovely, 

Joys  no  stranger's  heart  can  tell; 

7 


98  THE    SPREAD    OF 

Happy  home,  'tis  sure  I  love  theey 
Can  I,  can  I  say  farewell  ? 
Can  I  leave  thee, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell  ? 

3  Scenes  of  sacred  peace  and  pleasurer 

Holy  days  and  Sabbath  bell ; 
Richest,  brightest,  sweetest  treasure^ 

Can  I  say  a  last  farewell  ? 
Can  I  leave  you, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell  ? 

4  Yes,  I  hasten  from  you  gladly, 

From  the  scenes  I  love  so  well, 
Far  away,  ye  billows  bear  me  ; 
Lovely  native  land,  farewell ! 

Pleas'd  I  leave  thee — ■ 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwelL 

5  In  the  desert  let  me  labor, 

On  the  mountain  let  me  tell 
How  he  diec^  the  blessed  Saviourr 

To  redeem  a  world  from  hell  ! 
Let  me  hasten, 
Far  in  heathen  lands  to  dwell. 

6  Bear  me  on,  thou  restless  ocean, 

Let  the  winds  my  canvas  swell ; 
Heaves  my  heart  with  warm  emotion. 

While  I  go  far  hence  to  dwell  ;; 
Glad  I  leave  thee, 
Native  land,  farewell  !  farewell  ! 

125  C.  M, 

1   f^i  REAT  God  !  the  nations  of  the  earth. 
\JT  Are  by  creation  thine ; 
And  in  thy  works,  by  all  beheldy 
Thy  radiant  glories  shine.. 


THE    GOSPEL.  99 

2  But,  Lord,  thy  greater  love  lias  sent 

Thy  Gospel  to  mankind, 
Unveiling  what  rich  stores  of  grace 
Are  treasur  d  in  thy  mind. 

3  Lord  !  when  shall  these  glad  tidMgs  spread 

The  spacious  earth  around,  m 
Till  every  tribe,  and  every  soul, 
Shall  hear  the  joyful  sound  ! 

4  0  when  shall  Afric's  sable  sons 

Enjoy  the  heavenly  word, 
And  vassals  long  enslav'd  become 
The  freemen  of  the  Lord  ? 

5  When  shall  th'  untutor'd  heathen  tribes, 

A  dark  bewilder'd  race, 
Sit  down  at  our  Immanuel's  feet, 
And  learn  and  feel  his  grace  ? 

6  Haste,  sovereign  mercy,  and  transform 

Their  cruelty  to  love ; 

Soften  the  tiger  to  a  lamb, 

The  vulture  to  a  dove. 

7  Smile,  Lord,  on  each  .divine  attempt 

To  spread  the  Gospel's  rays; 
And  build,  on  sin's  demolish' d  throne, 
The  temples  of  thy  praise. 
126  L.  M. 

1  Tk /flLLIONS  there  are  on  heathen  ground, 
JjfJl  Who  never  heard  the  Gospel's  sound; 

Lord  send  it  forth,  and  let  it  run, 
Swift  and  reviving  as  the  sun. 

2  Guide  thou  our  lips,  who  stand  to  tell 
Sinners  the  way  that  leads  from  hell ; 
To  those  who  give,  do  thou  impart 

A  gen'rous,  wise,  and  tender  heart. 


100  THE   SPREAD   OF 

8  Lord,  crown  their  zeal,  reward  their  care, 
That  in  thy  grace  they  all  may  share: 
And  those  who  now  in  darkness  dwell, 
Deli v' ranee  sing  from  guilt  and  hell. 

ftVf  »  L.  M. 

The  ministry  instituted. 

1  PinHE  Saviour,  when  to  heaven  he  rose, 

§     In  splendid  triumph  o'er  his  foes, 
Scatter' d  his  gifts  on  men  below, 
And  still  his  royal  bounties  flow. 

2  Hence  sprang  th'  apostles'  honor d  name, 
Sacred  beyond  heroic  fame  : 

In  humbler  forms,  before  our  eyes, 
Pastors  and  teachers  hence  arise. 

8  From  Christ  they  all  their  gifts  derive, 
And,  fed  by  Christ,  their  graces  live: 
While,  guarded  by  his  mighty  hand, 
'Midst  all  the  rage  of  hell  they  stand. 

4  So  shall  the  bright  succession  run 
Through  all  the  courses  of  the  sun ; 
While  unborn  churches,  by  their  care, 
Shall  rise  and  flourish  large  and  fair. 

6  Jesus,  now  teach  our  hearts  to  know 
The  spring  whence  all  these  blessings  flow; 
Pastors  and  people  shout  thy  praise, 
Through  the  long  round  of  endless  days. 

X2§  L.  M. 

Laborers  together  with  God. 

|HUS  saith  the  Lord — 'tis   God   com- 
mands, 
Workers  with  God,  the  charge  obey: 


THE   GOSPEL.  101 

Remove  whate'er  his  -work  withstands, — 
Prepare,  prepare  his  people's  way. 

2  Lift  up,  for  all  mankind  to  see, 

The  standard  of  their  Saviour  God, 
And  point  them  to  the  shameful  tree, — 
The  cross  all  stain'd  with  hallow'd  blood. 

3  Himself  prepares  his  people's  hearts, — 

Breaks  and  binds  up,  and  wounds  and 
A  mystic  death  and  life  imparts ;     [heals ; 
Empties  the  full,  the  emptied  fills  : 

4  He  fills  whom  first  he  hath  prepared ; 

With  him  the  perfect  grace  is  given  : 
Himself  is  here  our  great  reward, — 
Our  future  and  our  present  heaven. 

129  S.  M. 

Sow  besides  all  waters. 

1  HOW  in  the  morn  thy  seed; 
k3   At  eve  hold  not  thy  hand ; 

To  doubt  and  fear  give  thou  no  heed, — 
Broad-cast  it  o'er  the  land. 

2  Thou  know'st  not  which  shall  thrive, — 

The  late  or  early  sown ; 
Grace  keeps  the  precious  germ  alive, 
When  and  wherever  strown  : 

3  And  duly  shall  appear, 

In  verdure,  beauty,  strength, 
The  tender  blade,  the  stalk,  the  ear, 
And  the  full  corn  at  length. 

4  Thou  canst  not  toil  in  vain : 

Cold,  heat,  and  moist,  and  dry, 


102  THE    SPREAD    OE 

Shall  foster  and  mature  the  grain 
For  garners  in  the  sky. 

130  S.  M. 

For  a  blessing  on  ministers. 


aJ 


ESUS,  thy  servants  bless, 
Who,  sent  by  thee,  proclaim 
The  peace,  and  joy,  and  righteousness, 

Experienced  in  thy  name  : 
The  kingdom  of  our  God, — 

With  grace  divine  imparts  ; 
The  power  of  thy  victorious  blood, — 
Which  reigns  in  faithful  hearts. 

2  Their  souls  with  faith  supply, — 

With  life  and  liberty  ; 
And  then  they'll  preach  and  testify 

The  things  concerning  thee  : 
And  live  for  this  alone, — 

Thy  grace  to  minister ; 
And  all  thou  hast  for  sinners  done, 

In  life  and  death  declare. 

131  C.  M. 

GooVs  blessing  ensures  success. 

1  l&TOW,  Lord,  fulfill  thy  faithful  word,— 
±%    Thy  servants'  labors  bless  ; 

Now  let  the  prayer  of  faith  be  heard, 
And  grant  them  full  success. 

2  Long  have  they  in  thy  vineyard  wrought, 

And  with  unwearied  toil ; 
Alas !  they  spend  their  strength  for  naught, 
Upon  a  sterile  soil. 


1T 


THE    GOSPEL.  103 

3  Arise,  0  God,  -exert  tiiy  power  - 

Thy  people's  hopes  sustain; 
And  richly  on  thy  vineyard  shower 
The  first  and  latter  rain. 

4  Lord,  we  commend  the  work  to  thee ; 

Thy  servants  guide  and  bless ; 
Thy  guidance  gives  security, — 
Thy  blessing, — full  success. 

132  L.  M. 

The  glorious  prediction. 

HE  Law  and  Prophets  all  foretold 
That  Christ  should  die,  and  leave  the 
Gather  the  world  into  his  fold,        [grave; 
The  Church  of  Jews  and  Gentiles  save. 

2  Yet,  by  the  prince  of  darkness  bound, 

The  nations  still  are  wrapt  in  night : 
They  never  heard  the  joyful  sound  ; 
They  never  saw  the  Gospel  light. 

3  Light  of  the  world,  again  appear, 

In  mildest  majesty  of  grace, 
And  bring  the  great  salvation  near, 
And  claim  our  whole  apostate  race. 

133  L.  M. 

The  restoration  of  Israel. 

1  4  RISE,  great  God !  and  let  thy  grace 
J\_  Shed  its  glad  beams  on  Jacob's  race; 
Restore  the  long-lost,  scatter1  d  band, 
And  call  them  to  their  native  land. 

2  Their  mis'ry  let  thy  mercy  heal : 
Their  trespass  hide,  their  pardon  seal ; 


104  THE   SPREAD   OF 

0  God  of  Israel !  hear  our  prayer, 
And  grant  them  still  thy  love  to  share. 

3  How  long  shall  Jacob's  offspring  prove 
The  sad  suspension  of  thy  love  ? 
Lord,  shall  thy  wrath  forever  burn  ? 
And  will  thy  mercy  ne'er  return  ? 

4  Thy  quick' ning  Spirit  now  impart, 
And  wake  to  joy  each  grateful   heart ; 
While  Israel's  rescued  tribes  in  thee 
Their  bliss  and  full  salvation  see. 

134  S.  M. 

/  will  gather  all  nations. 

1  TT^ATHER  of  boundless  grace, 
Jj  Thou  hast  in  part  fulfill' d 
Thy  promise  made  to  Adam's  race, 

In  God  incarnate  seal'd. 
A  few  from  every  land 

At  first  to  Salem  came, 
And  saw  the  wonders  of  thy  hand, 

And  saw  the  tongues  of  flame. 

2  Yet,  still  we  wait  the  end, 

The  coming  of  our  Lord ; 
The  full  accomplishment  attend 

Of  thy  prophetic  word. 
Thy  promise  deeper  lies, 

In  unexhausted  grace  ; 
And  new-discover'd  worlds  arise 

To  sing  their  Saviour's  praise. 

3  Beloved  for  Jesus'  sake, 

By  him  redeem' d  of  old, 


THE   GOSPEL.  105 

All  nations  must  come  in,  and  make 

One  undivided  fold: 
While  gather1  d  in  by  thee, 

And  perfected  in  one, 
They  all  at  once  thy  glory  see 

In  thy  beloved  Son. 

135  C.  M. 

The  earth  renewed  in  righteousness. 

1  A  LMIGHTY  Spirit,  now  behold 
JJl  A  world  by  sin  destroy'd: 
Creating  Spirit,  as  of  old, 

Move  on  the  formless  void. 

2  Give  thou  the  world ;  that  healing  sound 

Shall  quell  the  deadly  strife; 
And  earth  again,  like  Eden  crown' d, 
Bring  forth  the  tree  of  life. 

3  If  sang  the  mourning  stars  for  joy, 

When  nature  rose  to  view, 
What  strains  will  angel-harps  employ, 
When  thou  shalt  all  renew ! 

4  And  if  the  sons  of  God  rejoice 

To  hear  a  Saviour's  name, 
How  will  the  ransom'd  raise  their  voice, 
To  whom  the  Saviour  came  ! 

5  Lo,  every  kindred,  every  tribe, 

Assembling  round  the  throne, 
The  new  creation  shall  ascribe 
To  sov'reign  love  alone. 


106  AWAKENING 

AWAKENING  AND  INVITING. 

136  L.  M. 

1  A  WAKE,  Jerusalem,  awake, 

J\_  No  longer  in  thy  sins  lie  down: 
The  garment  of  salvation  take, 

Thy  beauty  and  thy  strength  put  on. 

2  Shake  off  the  dust  that  blinds  thy  sight, 

And  hides  the  promise  from  thine  eyes  ] 
Arise,  and  struggle  into  light, 
The  great  Deliv'rer  calls,  Arise  I 

3  Shake  off  the  bands  of  sad  despair, 

Zion,  assert  thy  liberty  ; 
Look  up,  thy  broken  heart  prepare, 
And  God  shall  set  the  captive  free. 

4  Vessels  of  mercy,  sons  of  grace, 

Be  purg'd  from  every  sinful  stain, 
Be  like  your  Lord,  his  word  embrace, 
Nor  bear  his  hallow'd  name  in  vain. 

5  The  Lord  shall  in  your  front  appear, 

And  lead  the  pompous  triumph  on  ; 
His  glory  shall  bring  up  the  rear, 
And  perfect  what  his  grace  begun. 

13t  L.  M. 

1  |PlOME  hither,  all  ye  weary  souls, 
\_J  Ye  heavy  laden  sinners,  come; 
I'll  give  you  rest  from  all  your  toils, 

And  raise  you  to  my  heavenly  home. 

2  Thejr  shall  find  rest,  who  learn  of  me  ; 

I'm  of  a  meek  and  lowly  mind  ; 
But  passion  rages  like  the  sea, 
And  pride  is  restless  as  the  wind. 


AND    INVITING.  107 

3  Blest  is  the  man,  whose  shoulders  take 

My  yoke,  and  bear  it  with  delight ; 
My  yoke  is  easy  to  his  neck, 

My  grace  shall  make  the  burden  light. 

4  Jesus,  we  come  at  thy  command,' 

With  faith,  and  hope,  and  humble  zeal ; 
Resign  our  spirits  to  thy  hand, 
To  mould  and  guide  us  at  thy  will. 
13S  S.  M. 

1  O  INNER  S,  the  call  obey, 
k3   The  latest  call  of  grace : 

The  day  is  come,  the  vengeful  day 
Of  a  devoted  race. 

2  Devils  and  men  combine 

To  plague  the  faithless  seed, 

And  phials  full  of  wrath  divine, 

Are  bursting  on  your  head. 

3  Enter  into  the  Rock, 

Ye  trembling  slaves  of  sin, 
The  Rock  of  your  salvation,  struck, 
And  cleft  to  take  you  in. 

4  To  shelter  the  distress'd, 

He  did  the  cross  endure ; 

Enter  into  the  clefts,  and  rest 

In  Jesus'  wounds  secure. 

5  Jesus,  to  thee  we  fly, 

From  the  devouring  sword; 
Our  city  of  defence  is  nigh ; 
Our  help  is  in  the  Lord. 

6  Or,  if  the  scourge  o'erflow, 

And  laugh  at  innocence, 
Thine  everlasting  arms  we  know, 
Shall  be  our  souls'  defence. 


108  AWAKENING 

139  C.  M. 

1  nnHE  Saviour  calls — let  every  ear 
I     Attend  the  heavenly  sound  ; 
Ye  doubting  souls  dismiss  your  fear, 
Hope  smiles  reviving  round. 
2  For  every  thirsty  longing  heart, 
Here  streams  of  bounty  flow  ; 
And  life,  and  health,  and  bliss  impart, 
To  banish  mortal  woe. 

3  Here  springs  of  sacred  pleasure  rise 

To  ease  our  every  pain : 
(Immortal  fountain  !  full  supplies  !) 
Nor  shall  you  thirst  in  vain. 

4  Ye  sinners  come,  'tis  mercy's  voice, 

The  gracious  call  obey : 
Mercy  invites  to  heavenly  joys — ■ 
And  can  you  yet  delay  ? 

5  Dear  Saviour,  draw  reluctant  hearts, 

To  thee  let  sinners  fly, 
And  take  the  bliss  thy  love  imparts, 
And  drink  and  never  die. 

14©  L.  M. 

1  FT!  O-DAY,  if  you  will  hear  God's  voice, 

JL    Now  is  the  time  to  make  your  choice ; 
Say,  will  you  to  Mount  Zion  go  ? 
Say,  will  you  have  his  Christ,  or  no  ? 

2  Ye  wand' ring  souls,  who  find  no  rest, 
Say,  will  you  be  for  ever  blest — 
Will  you  be  sav'd  from  sin  and  hell — 
Will  you  with  Christ  in  glory  dwell  ? 

3  Come  now  dear  youth,  for  ruin  bound, 
Obey  the  Gospel's  joyful  sound  : 


AND   INVITING.  109 

Come,  go  with  ue,  and  you  shall  prove 
The  joy  of  Christ's  redeeming  love. 

4  Once  more  we  ask  you  in  his  name — 
For  yet  his  love  remains  the  same — 
Say,  will  you  to  Mount  Zion  go  ? 
Say,  will  you  have  this  Christ,  or  no  ? 

5  Leave  all  your  sports  and  glitt'ring  toys, 
Come  share  with  us  eternal  joys  ; 

Or  must  we  leave  you  bound  to  hell  ? 
Then,  dear  young  friends,  a  long  farewell. 

141  C.  M. 

1  X  ET  every  mortal  ear  attend, 
JLj  And  every  heart  rejoice! 
The  trumpet  of  the  Gospel  sounds, 

With  an  inviting  voice. 

2  Ho !  all  ye  hungry,  starving  souls, 

Who  feed  upon  the  wind, 
And  vainly  strive  with  earthly  toys, 
To  fill  an  empty  mind. 

3  Eternal  wisdom  has  prepar'd, 

A  soul  reviving  feast, 
And  bids  your  longing  appetites 
The  rich  provision  taste. 

4  Ho!  ye  who  pant  for  living  streams, 

And  pine  away  and  die ; 
Here  you  may  quench  your  raging  thirst 
With  springs  that  never  dry. 

5  The  happy  gates  of  Gospel  grace, 

Stand  open  all  the  day; 
Lord,  we  are  come  to  seek  supplies, 
And  drive  our  wants  away. 


110  AWAKENING 

142  L.  M. 

1  ^TlOME,  sinners,  to  the  Gospel  feast, 
\J  Let  every  soul  be  Jesus'  guest ; 
Ye  need  not  one  be  left  behind, 

For  God  hath  bidden  all  mankind. 

2  Sent  by  my  Lord,  on  you  I  call ; 
The  invitation  is  to  all: 

Come,  all  the  world  I  come,  sinner  thou ! 
All  things  in  Christ  are  ready  now. 

3  Come,  all  ye  souls  by  sin  opprest, 
Ye  restless  wand'rers  after  rest ; 

Ye  poor,  and  maim'd,  and  halt,  and  blind, 
In  Christ  a  hearty  welcome  find. 

4  My  message  as  from  God  receive ; 
Ye  all  may  come  to  Christ  and  live : 
0  let  his  love  your  hearts  constrain, 
Nor  suffer  him  to  die  in  vain  ! 

5  His  love  is  mighty  to  compel ; 

His  conqu'ring  love  consent  to  feel : 
Yield  to  his  love's  almighty  power, 
And  fight  against  your  God  no  more. 

6  See  him  set  forth  before  your  eyes, 
That  precious,  bleeding  sacrifice  ! 
His  off'er'd  benefits  embrace, 

And  freely  now  be  savd  by  grace ! 

7  This  is  the  time,  no  more  delay  1 
This  is  the  acceptable  day ; 
Come  in  this  moment  at  his  call, 
And  live  for  him  who  died  for  all. 

143  L.  M. 

1   TOTCM  every  one  that  thirsts,  draw  nigh; 
JLjL  'Tis  God  invites  the  fallen  race: 


AND   INVITING.  Ill 

Mercy  and  free  salvation  buy, 

Buy  wine,  and  milk,  and  Gospel  grace. 

2  Come  to  the  living  waters,  come ! 

Sinners,  obey  your  Maker's  call; 
"Return,  ye  weary  wand'rers,  home, 
And  find  my  grace  is  free  for  all." 

3  See  from  the  Rock  a  fountain  rise ; 

For  you  in  healing  streams  it  rolls ; 
Money  ye  need  not  bring,  nor  price, 
Ye  lab'ring,  burden' d,  sin-sick  souls. 

4  Nothing  ye  in  exchange  shall  give, 

Leave  all  you  have,,  and  are,  behind  ,- 
Frankly  the  gift  of  God  receive, 
Pardon  and  peace  in  Jesus  find. 

5  "Why  seek  ye  that  which  is  not  bread, 

Nor  can  your  hungry  souls  sustain  ? 
On  ashes,  husks,  and  air  ye  feed ; 
Ye  spend  your  little  all  in  vain, 

6  In  search  of  empty  joys  below, 

Ye  toil  with  unavailing  strife  : 

Whither,  ah !  whither  would  ye  go  ? 

I  have  the  words  of  endless  life. 

7  Hearken  to  me  with  earnest  care, 

And  freely  eat  substantial  food ; 

The  sweetness  of  my  mercy  share, 

And  taste  that  I  alone  am  good. 

8  I  bid  you  all  my  goodness  prove, 

My  promises  for  all  are  free  : 
Come,  taste  the  manna  of  my  love, 
And  let  your  souls  delight  in  me. 

9  Your  willing  ear  and  heart  incline, 

My  words  believingly  receive ; 


112  AWAKENING 

Quicken' d  your  souls,  by  faith  divine, 
An  everlasting  life  shall  live." 

144  C.  M. 


1¥1 


Wake  up  and  turn  to  God ; 
Or  else  you  surely  will  be  damn'd, 
According  to  his  word. 
2  For  in  the  Bible  it  is  said, 
By  him  that  cannot  lie, 
"Repent,  believe,  be  born  again" — 
"The  soul  that  sins  shall  die." 
8  Now  sinners  lay  this  well  to  heart, 
And  turn  without,  delay ; 
0  hasten  to  the  Saviour's  arms, 
Whilst  it  is  call'd  to-day. 
4  It  is  your  wisdom  so  to  do, 
'Twill  be  your  int'rest  too  ! 
Then  be  entreated  noio  to  come 
To  Christ,  who  died  for  you. 

J  45  8  lines  7s. 

1  Q INNERS,  turn,  why  will  ye  die  ? 
k3   God,  your  Maker,  asks  you  why  ? 
God,  who  did  your  being  give, 
Made  you  with  himself  to  live ; 

He  the  fatal  cause  demands, 
Asks  the  work  of  his  own  hands ; 
Why,  ye  thankless  creatures,  why, 
Will  ye  cross  his  love  and  die  ? 

2  Sinners,  turn,  why  will  ye  die  ? 
God,  your  Saviour,  asks  you  why  ? 
Christ,  who  did  your  souls  retrieve, 
Died  himself  that  ye  might  live. 


AND   INVITING.  113 

Will  you  let  him  die  in  vain  ? 
Crucify  your  Lord  again  ? 
Why,  ye  ransom' d  sinners,  why 
Will  ye  slight  his  grace,  and  die  ? 

3  Sinners,  turn,  why  will  ye  die  ? 
God,  the  Spirit,  asks  you  why  ? 
He  who  all  your  lives  hath  strove, 
Urged  you  to  embrace  his  love  : 
Will  ye  not  his  grace  receive  ? 
Will  ye  still  refuse  to  live  ? 

Why,  you  long-sought  sinners,  why 
Will  you  grieve  your  God,  and  die  ? 

4  Dead  already,  dead  within, 
Spiritually  dead  in  sin : 

Dead  to  God,  while  here  you  breathe  ; 
Pant  you  after  second  death  ? 
Will  you  still  in  sin  remain, 
Greedy  of  eternal  pain  ? 
0,  ye  dying  sinners,  why, 
Why  will  ye  forever  die  ? 

146  P.  M. 

1  iPlQME,  ye  sinners,  poor  and  needy, 
\J  Weak  and  wounded,  sick  and  sore, 
Jesus  ready  stands  to  save  you, 

Full  of  pity,  love,  and  power  ; 
He  is  able, 
He  is  willing,  doubt  no  more. 

2  Now,  ye  needy,  come  and  welcome, 

God's  free  bounty  glorify: 
.True  belief  and  true  repentance, 

Every  grace  that  brings  you  nigh, 
Without  money, 
Come  to  Jesus  Christ  and  buy. 


114  AWAKENING 

3  Let  not  conscience  make  you  linger  y 

Nor  of  fitness  fondly  dream  : 
All  the  fitness  he  requireth 

Is  to  feel  your  need  of  him 'j 
This  he  gives  you, 
'Tis  the  Spirit's  glimm'ring  beam. 

4  Come,  ye  weary,  heavy-laden, 

Bruis'd  and  mangled  by  the  fall,. 
If  you  tarry  till  you're  better, 

You  will  never  come  at  all ; 
Not  the  righteous, 
Sinners  Jesus  came  to  call. 

5  Agonizing  in  the  garden, 

Your  Redeemer  prostrate  lies  !- 
Oh  the  bloody  tree  behold  him  ! 

Hear  him  cry  before  he  dies, 
"It  is  finish'd!" 
Sinners,  will  not  this  suffice  ? 

6  Lo !  th'  incarnate  God  ascending,. 

Pleads  the  merit  of  his  blood ; 
Venture  on  him,  venture  freely  ; 

Let  no  other  trust  intrude  : 
None  but  Jesus 
Can  do  helpless  sinners  good. 

7  Saints  and  angels  join'd  in  concert,. 

Sing  the  praises  of  the  Lamb, 
"While  the  blissful  seats  of  heaven 

Sweetly  echo  with  his  name. 
Hallelujah ! 
Sinners  here  may  do  the  same. 

14?  C.  M. 

E  wretched,  hungry,  starving  pooiy 
Behold  a  royal  feast! 


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AND  INVITING.  115 

Where  mercy  spreads  her  bounteous  store, 
For  every  humble  guest. 

2  See,  Jesus  stands  with  open  arms ; 

He  calls,  he  bids  you  come  ! 
Guilt  holds  you  back,  and  fear  alarms, 
But  see,  there  yet  is  room  ! 

3  (Room  in  the  Saviour's  bleeding  heart  5 

There  love  and  pity  meet : 

Nor  will  he  bid  the  soul  depart, 

That  trembles  at  his  feet.) 

4  (In  him  the  Father  reconciled, 

Invites  your  souls  to  come  : 
The  rebel  shall  be  call'd  a  child, 
And  kindly  welcom'd  home.) 

6  0  come,  and  with  his  children  taste 
The  blessings  of  his  love : 
While  hope  attends  the  sweet  repast 
Of  nobler  joys  above. 

6  There,  with  united  heart  and  voice 

Before  th'  eternal  throne, 
Ten  thousand  thousand  souls  rejoice 
In  ecstasies  unknown. 

7  And  yet  ten  thousand  thousand  more 

Are  welcome  still  to  come; 
Ye  longing  souls,  the  grace  adore, 
Approach,  there  yet  is  room  ! 

148  C.  M. 

1     A  MAZING  sight,  the  Saviour  stands 
XjL  And  knocks  at  every  door  ! 
Ten  thousand  blessings  in  his  hands 
To  satisfy  the  poor. 


116  AWAKENING 

2  "Behold,"  he  saith,  "I  bleed  and  die 
To  bring  you  to  my  rest  : — • 
Hear  sinners,  while  I'm  passing  by, 
And  be  forever  blest. 

8  Will  you  despise  my  bleeding  love, 
And  choose  the  way  to  hell  ? 
Or  in  the  glorious  realms  above, 
With  me  forever  dwell  ? 

4  Not  to  condemn  your  wretched  race 

Have  I  in  judgment  come  ; 
But  to  display  unbounded  grace, 
And  bring  lost  sinners  home. 

5  Will  you  go  down  to  endless  night, 

And  bear  eternal  pain  ? 
Or  in  the  glorious  realms  of  light 
With  me  forever  reign  ? 

6  Say — will  you  hear  my  gracious  voice, 

And  have  your  sins  forgiven  ? 
Or  will  you  make  that  wretched  choice, 
And  bar  yourselves  from  heaven  ?" 

149  L.  M. 

1  QINNERS,  obey  the  Gospel  word  ! 
k3   Haste  to  the  supper  of  your  Lord, 
Be  wise  to  know  your  gracious  day, 
All  things  are  ready,  come  away ! 

2  Ready  the  Father  is  to  own, 
And  kiss  his  late  returning  son  ; 
Ready  your  loving  Saviour  stands, 
And  spreads  for  you  his  bleeding  hands. 

3  Ready  the  Spirit  of  his  love, 

To  fill  the  broken  heart  with  love, 


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T'  apply,  and  witness  with  the  blood, 
And  wash,  and  seal  the  sons  of  God. 

4  Ready  for  you  the  angels  wait, 
To  triumph  in  your  blest  estate  ; 
Tuning  their  harps,  they  long  to  praise 
The  wonders  of  redeeming  grace. 

5  The  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
Are  ready  with  their  shining  host: 
All  heaven  is  ready  to  resound, 
"The  dead's  alive !  the  lost  is  found !" 

15 O  C.  M. 


1 L1! 


IKE  Bartimeus,  we  are  blind, 


[n wrapt  in  nature's  night 
The  grossest  darkness  veils  our  mind, 
For  sin  prevents  the  sight. 

2  But  lo  !  the  Lord  from  heaven  is  come 

To  open  sinners'  eyes  ; 
To  make  his  wondrous  mercy  known, 
And  heal  their  maladies. 

3  Come  then,  ye  blind,  and  beg,  and  pray, 

And  in  the  Lord  believe ; 
For  who  can  tell  ?  perhaps  to-day 
You  may  your  sight  receive. 

4  Jesus  of  Naz'reth  passeth  by — 

He  is  the  sinners'  friend ; 
Call  on  his  name,  and  wait,  and  cry, 
He  will  your  suit  attend. 

5  Should  sinners  say,  "Hold  ye  your  peace, 

Nor  dare  to  make  so  free," 
Then  cry  the  more,  and  never  cease, 
"Have  mercy,  Lord,  on  me." 


118  AWAKENING 

6  Your  worthless  garments  leave  behind : 
Go  to  the  Lord  of  light ; 
Trust  in  his  name,  however  blind, 
And  he  will  give  you  sight. 

151  P.  M. 

1  QTOP,  poor  sinner,  and  look  yonder, 
k3  See  your  sins  like  mountains  rise, 
0  astonishing  the  number, 

Higher  mounting  than  the  skies ; 
Cry  for  mercy, 
Dread  the  death  that  never  dies. 

2  On  the  crumbling  banks  of  ruin, 

How  can  you  securely  dwell  ? 
Sinners,  vengeance  is  pursuing, 

And  will  sweep  you  down  to  hell, 
Then  to  heaven 
Finally  you'll  bid  farewell. 

3  Doom'd  where  sorrows  after  sorrows 

Follow  on  without  control, 
Floods  of  vengeance  big  with  horror 

Without  intermission  roll; 
Wrath  vindictive 
Overwhelms  the  guilty  soul. 

4  Wrapt  in  sheets  of  black  damnation, 

There  the  curling  flames  surround, 
Torments  endless,  no  cessation, 

Mercy  there  cannot  be  found ; 
Dismal  yellings 
In  those  lower  realms  abound. 

5  See  yon  sun  how  swift  he  hasteth 

Through  the  circuit  of  the  skies  :    . 
How  your  golden  moment  wasteth ; 


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AND   INVITING.  119 

'Sinners  pray,  at  length  be  wise ; 
0  lie's  sitting, 
And  may  sit  no  more  to  rise. 

s6  See  how  fast  your  time  is  flying, 

Will  ye  sinners  yet  delay  ? 

One  is  gone,  another's  dying, 

G  !  to  God  for  mercy  pray  : 

Time  is  precious : 

God  may  next  call  you  away. 

7  Now's  the  time  for  preparation  ! 

While  the  vital  air  you  breathe : 
God  is  off'ring  you  salvation, 

Calls  you  yet  to  turn  and  live ; 
Boundless  mercy ; 
All  who  come  he  will  receive. 

8  See  the  precious  blood  of  Jesus, 

Streaming  from  the  cursed  tree  1 
Will  not  this  suffice  to  grieve  us  ? 

Jesus  spilt  his  blood  for  me  ! 
Come  then  sinners, 
And  his  great  salvation  see. 

152  L.  ]VL 

EHOLD  the  Saviour  at  thy  door, 
He  gently  knocks,  has  k^ck'd  before; 
Has  waited  long,  is  waiting  sxill, 
You  trea,t  no  other  friend  so  ill. 
H  0  lovely  attitude  ! — he  stands, 

With  melting  heart  and  outstreteh'd  hands! 
0  matchless  kindness  !  and  he  shows 
This  matchless  kindness  to  his  foes. 

'3  Admit  him — for  the  human  breast 
JSTe'er  entertain' d  so  kind  a  guest; 


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120  AWAKENING 

Admit  him — or  the  hour's  at  hand, 
When  at  his  door  deni'd  you'll  stand. 
4  Open  my  heart,  Lord,  enter  in, 
Slay  every  foe,  and  conquer  sin ; 
I  now  to  thee  my  all  resign, 
My  body,  soul,  shall  all  be  thine. 

153  L.  M. 

1  Q1  INNER,  0  why  so  thoughtless  grown, 
k3  Why  in  such  dreadful  haste  to  die  ? 
Daring  to  leap  to  worlds  unknown, 
Heedless  against  thy  God  to  fly  ? 

2  Wilt  thou  despise  eternal  fate, 
Urg'd  on  by  sin's  fantastic  dreams: 
Madly  attempt  th'  infernal  gate, 
And  force  thy  passage  to  the  flames  ? 

3  Stay,  sinner,  on  the  Gospel  plains, 
Behold  the  God  of  love  unfold 
The  glories  of  his  dying  pains, 
Forever  telling,  yet  untold. 

154  C.  M. 

1  OEPENT,  the  voice  celestial  cries, 
-t\  Nor  longer  dare  delay  ; 

The  wretch  that  scorns  the  mandate  dies. 
And  me^s  a  fiery  day. 

2  No  more  the  sovereign  eye  of  God 

Overlooks  the  crimes  of  men; 
His  heralds  are  dispatch'd  abroad 
To  warn  the  world  of  sin. 

3  Together  in  his  presence  bow, 

And  all  your  guilt  confess ; 
Accept  the  offer' d  Saviour  now, 
Nor  trifle  with  his  grace. 


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4  Bow  ere  the  awful  trumpet  sound, 
And  call  you  to  his  bar ; 
For  mercy  knows  th'  appointed  bound, 
And  turns  to  vengeance  there. 

155  C.  M. 

1   ^lOME  sinners,  you  whose  harden'd 
\J  No  fears  of  hell  can  move,        [hearts 
Come,  hear  the  Gospel's  mildest  voice, 

That  tells  you,  "God  is  love." 
Thousands,  once  vile  and  base  as  you, 

Surround  the  throne  above  ; 
The  grace  that  chang'd   has  turnd  their 

To  sing  that  "God  is  love."  [hearts, 

0  may  we  all,  while  here  below, 

This  best  of  blessings  prove  ; 
Till  warmer  hearts,  in  brighter  worlds, 

Proclaim  that  "God  is  love." 

1156  C.  M. 

1    DINNERS,  the  voice  of  God  regard; 
O  'Tis  mercy  speaks  to-day; 
He  calls  you  by  his  sacred  word 

From  sin's  destructive  way. 
Like  the  rough  sea  that  cannot  rest, 

You  live,  devoid  of  peace ;        • 
A  thousand  stings  within  your  breast 

Deprive  your  souls  of  ease. 
Your  way  is  dark,  and  leads  to  death ; 

Why  will  you  persevere  ? 
Can  you  in  endless  torments  breathe, 

Shut  up  in  black  despair  ? 
Why  will  you  in  the  naked  ways 

Of  sin  and  folly  go  ! 


122  AWAKENING 

In  pain  you  travel  all  your  days, 
To  reach  eternal  wo. 

5  But  he  that  turns  to  God  shall  live, 

Through  his  abounding  grace : 
His  mercy  will  the  guilt  forgive, 
Of  those  that  seek  his  faee. 

6  Bow  to  the  sceptre  of  his  word, 

Renouncing  every  sin ; 
Submit  to  him,  your  sovereign  Lord, 
And  learn  his  will  divine. 

157  L.  M. 

1  "fT"  NOW,  sinner,  every  one  is  free 

JOL  To  choose  his  course  and  what  he'll 
For  this  eternal  truth  is  given,]  [be; 

That  God  will  force  no  man  to  heaven. 

2  He'll  draw,  persuade,  direct  aright, 
Bless  us  with  wisdom,  love  and  light; 
In  nameless  ways  be  good  and  kind, 
But  never/orce  the  human  mind. 

3  Freedom  and  reason  make  us  men ; 
Take  these  away,  what  are  we  then  ? 
Mere  animals,  and  just  as  well, 

E  en  brutes  might  think  of  heaven  or  helh 

4  0  then  no  more  your  powers  abuse, 

But  ways  of  truth  and  goodness  choose  I 
Our  God  is  pleas'd  when  we  improve 
His  grace,  and  seek  the  worlds  above. 

5  But  if  you  take  the  downward  road, 
And  make  in  hell  your  last  abode  ; 
Our  God  is  clear,  and  you  shall  know, 
You  plung'd  yourself  m  endless  woe. 


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AND    INVITING.  123 

158  C  M. 

1  iTI  OME,  let  us  who  in  Christ  believe, 
\J  Our  common  Saviour  praise  ; 

To  him,  with  joyful  voices,  give 
The  glory  of  his  grace. 

2  He  now  stands  knocking  at  the  door 

Of  every  sinner's  heart: 
The  worst  need  keep  him  out  no  more, 
Or  force  him  to  depart. 

3  Through  grace  we  hearken  to  thy  voice, 

Yield  to  be  sav'd  from  sin  : 
In  sure  and  certain  hope  rejoice, 
That  thou  wilt  enter  in. 

4  Come  quickly  in,  thou  heavenly  guest, 

Nor  ever  hence  remove  ; 
But  sup  with  us,  and  let  the  feast 
Be  everlasting  love. 

159  C.  M. 

AIN  man,  thy  fond  pursuits  forbear — 
Repent — thy  end  is  nigh ! 
Death,  at  the  farthest,  can't  be  far, 
Oh,  think — before  thou  die  ! 

2  Reflect — thou  hast  a  soul  to  save, 

Thy  sins — how  high  they  motfnt! 
What  are  thy  hopes  beyond  the  grave — 
How  stands  that  dread  account? 

3  Death  enters — and  there's  no  defence, 

His  time,  there's  none  can  tell : 
He'll  in  a  moment  call  thee  hence, 
To  Heaven — or  down  to  Hell ! 

4  Thy  flesh,  perhaps  thy  greatest  care, 

Shall  crawling  worms  consume ; 


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■f 

124  AWAKENING 

But  ah !  destruction  stops  not  there — 
Sin  kills  beyond  the  tomb. 
5  To-day  the  Gospel  calls,  to-day, 
Sinner,  it  speaks  to  you  ; 

Let  every  one  forsake  his  way, 
And  mercy  will  ensue. 

16©  S.  M. 

1  "J^T  OW  is  th'  accepted  time, 
±%    Now  is  the  day  of  grace ; 
Now,  sinners,  come  without  delay, 

And  seek  the  Saviours  face. 

2  Now  is  th'  accepted  time, 

The  Saviour  calls  to-day  ; 
To-morrow  it  may  be  too  late, 
Then  why  should  you  delay  ? 

3  Now  is  th'  accepted  time, 

The  Gospel  bids  you  come; 

And  every  promise  in  his  word 

Declares  there  yet  is  room. 

4  Lord,  draw  reluctant  souls, 

And  feast  them  with  thy  love, 
Then  will  the  angels  clap  their  wings, 
And  bear  the  news  above. 

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1  iTlOME,  and  taste  along  with  me, 
\J  Consolation  running  free, 
From  my  Father's  wealthy  throne, 
Sweeter  than  the  honey-comb. 

2  Why  should  Christians  feast  alone  ? 
All  are  better  far  than  some  ; 

Th'  more  come  in  with  free  good  will, 
Makes  the  banquet  sweeter  still. 


AND   INVITING.  125 

8  Now  I  go  to  heaven's  door 

Asking  for  a  little  more  : 

Jesus  gives  a  double  share, 

Calling  me  his  chosen  heir. 
4  Heaven's  here,  and  heaven's  there, 

Goodness  flowing  everywhere, 

This  I  boldly  can  attest, 

That  my  soul  has  got  a  taste. 

162  C.  M. 

1  A  |H,  what  amazing  words  of  grace, 
\y  Are  in  the  Gospel  found  ! 
Suited  to  every  sinner's  case, 

Who  knows  the  joyful  sound. 

2  Poor  sinful,  thirsty,  fainting  souls, 

Are  freely  welcome  here  ; 

Salvation,  like  a  river,  rolls, 

Abundant,  free  and  clear. 

3  Come  then,  with  all  your  wants  &  wounds, 

Your  every  burden  bring; 
Here  love,  unchanging  love,  abounds, 
A  deep,  celestial  spring. 

4  Whoever  will,  (0  gracious  word  !) 

Shall  of  this  stream  partake ; 
Come,  thirsty  souls,  and  bless  the  Lord, 
And  drink  for  Jesus'  sake. 

5  Millions  of  sinners,  vile  as  you, 

Have  here  found  life  and  peace  ; 
Come  then,  and  prove  its  virtues  too, 
And  drink,  adore,  and  bless. 

163  L.  M. 

1   /~"|NE  thing  is  needful,  one  alone  ; 
\j  If  this  be  our's,  all  is  our  own  : 


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126  AWAKENING 

'Tis  needful  now,  'twill  needful  be 
In  death,  and  through  eternity. 

2  Without  it  we  are  all  undone, 

Though  we  may  call  the  world  our  own  ; 
Not  all  the  joys  of  time  and  sense 
Can  countervail  the  loss  immense. 

8  Great  God  !  that  powerful  grace  of  thine, 
Which  rous'd  a  soul  so  dead  as  mine, 
Can  rouse  these  thoughtless  sinners  too, 
The  one  thing  needful  to  pursue. 

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1  jTl  OME,  ye  weary  souls  opprest, 

\J  Find  in  Christ  the  promised  rest ; 

On  him  all  your  burdens  roll, 

He  can  wound,  and  he  make  whole. 

2  Ye  that  dread  the  wrath  of  God, 
Come  and  wash  in  Jesus'  blood ; 
To  the  Son  of  David  cry, 

In  his  word  he's  passing  by. 

3  Naked,  guilty,  poor  and  blind, 
All  your  wants  in  Jesus  find  ; 
This  the  day  of  mercy  is, 
Now  accept  the  proffer' d  bliss. 

4  Debtors,  who  have  nought  to  pay, 
Come  to  Jesus,  haste  away ; 
All  your  sins  on  him  were  laid, 
All  your  debts  the  Surety  paid. 

5  "It  is  finish' d,"  lo!  he  cries, 
There  on  yonder  cross  he  dies ; 
0  believe  the  record  true, 
Jesus  died  for  such  as  you. 


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165  C.  M. 

[HO'  parents  may  in  eov'nant  be, 


i  npi 


They  are  unhappy  till  they  see 
Their  children  happy  too. 

2  Their  hearts  with  inward  anguish  bleedf 

When  all  attempts  prove  vain, 
And  they  pursue  tjiose  paths  that  lead- 
To  everlasting  pain. 

3  They  warn,  indulge,  correct,  beseech, 

AVhile  tears  in  torrents  flow : 
And  'tis  beyond  the  power  of  speech 
To  tell  the  griefs  they  know. 

4  Till  they  can  see  victorious  grace 

Their  children's  souls  possess; 
The  sparkling  wit,  the  smiling  faeef 
But  adds  to  their  distress. 

5  See  the  fond  father  clasp  his  child  'r 

Hark!  how  his  bowels  move — 
Shalt  thou,  my  offspring,  be  exil'd 
From  God,  my  father's  love? 

6  Shall  cruel  spirits  drag  thee  down 

To  darkness  and  despair, 
Beneath  th'  Almighty's  angry  frown, 
To  dwell  forever  there  ! 

7  Kind  heaven,  the  dreadful  scene  forbid  I 

Look  down,  dear  Lord,  and  bless ; 
I'll  wrestle  hard  as  Abrah'm  did, 
May  I  obtain  success  ! 
166  11,  10. 

I   4^1  OME  ye  disconsolate,  where'er  ye  lan- 
\J  guish, 

Come  to  the  mercy  seat,  fervently  kneel  \ 


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128  AWAKENING 

Here  bring  your  wounded  hearts,  here  tell 

your  anguish, 

Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heaven  cannot 

heal. 

2  Joy  of  the  comfortless,  light  of  the 

straying, 

Hope  of  the  penitent,  fadeless  and  pure, 
Here  speaks  the  Comforter  in  mercy 

saying, 
Earth  has  no  sorrow  that  heaven  cannot 

cure. 

3  Here  see  the  bread  of  life;  see  waters 

flowing 

Forth  from  the  throne  of  God  pure  from 

above ;  [knowin 

Come  to  the  feast  prepared,   come,   ever 

Earth  has  no  sorrow  but  heaven  can  re- 
move. 

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HE  voice  of  free  grace  cries,  "Escape 

to  the  mountain ; 

For  Adam's  lost  race  Christ  hath  open'd  a 

fountain ; 
For  sin  and  uncleanness  and  every  trans- 
gression, 
His  blood  flows  most  freely  in  streams  of 
salvation." 

CHOR  US. 
Hallelujah  to  the  La?nb,  who  hath  bought  us 

our  pardon ; 
We'll  praise  him  again  when  we  pass   over 
Jordan. 


xT 


AND   INVITING.  129 

2  Ye  souls  that  are  wounded,  to  Jesus  repair  ; 
He  calls  you  in  mercy — and  can  you  for- 
bear ? 

Though  your  sins  have  arisen  as  high  as  a 

mountain, 
His  blood  can  remove  them — it  flows  from 

the  fountain. 

Hallelujah  to  the  Lamb,  §c. 

3  Bless'd  Jesus,  thou  reignest  exalted  and 

glorious ; 

O'er  sin,  death,  and  hell,  thou  art  ever  vic- 
torious ; 

Thy  name  will  we  praise  in  the  great  con- 
gregation, 

And  triumph,  ascribing  to  thee  our  salva- 
tion. 

Hallelujah  to  the  Lamb,  §c. 

4  With  joy  shall  we  stand,  when  escap'd  to 

the  shore ; 
With  harps  in  our  hands,  we'll  praise  thee 

the  more ; 
We'll  range  the  sweet  plains  on  the  bank 

of  the  river, 
And  sing  of  salvation  for  ever  and  ever. 
Hallelujah  to  the  Lamb:  §c. 

16S  S.  M. 

1  T>  ETURN  and  come  to  God ; 
ji\  Cast  all  your  sins  away  ; 

Seek  ye  the  Saviour's  cleansing  blood; 
Kepent,  believe,  obey. 

2  Say  not  ye  cannot  come ; 

For  Jesus  bled  and  died, 

9 


130  AWAKENING 

That  none  who  ask  in  humble  fait£t 
Should  ever  be  denied. 

3  Say  not  ye  will  not  come ; 

'Tis  God  vouchsafes  to  call ; 
And  fearful  will  their  end  he  found,. 
On  whom  his  wrath  shall  falK 

4  Come  then,  whoever  will, 

Come  while  'tis  call'd  to-day; 
Flee  to  the  Saviour's  cleansing  bloord; 
Kepent,  believe,  obey. 

169  L.  it 

1  |M OME,  weary  souls,  with  sin  distress'© 
\J  Come,  and  accept  the  promis'd  rest ; 
The  Saviours  gracious  call  obey,. 

And  cast  your  gloomy  fears  away. 

2  Oppress'd  with  sin,  and  painful  load, 
Oh  come,  and  spread  your  woes  abrsad : 
Divine  compassion,  mighty  love, 

Will  all  the  painful  load  remove. 

3  Here  mercy's  boundless  ocean  flows, 

To  cleanse  your  guilt  and  heal  your  woes  : 
Pardon  and  life  and  endless  peace, 
How  rich  the  gift,  how  free  the  grace  f 

4  Lord,  we  accept,  with  thankful  heart, 
The  hope  thy  gracious  words  impart : 
We  come  with  trembling,  yet  rejoice, 
And  bless  the  kind  inviting  voice.. 

1*0  C.  M. 

1  rilHE  King  of  heaven  his  table  spreads.- 

JL    And  dainties  crown  the  board  ; 

Not  paradise,  with  all  its  joys, 
Can  such  delight  afford.. 


AND   INVITING.  131 

2  Pardon  and  peace  to  dying  men, 
And  endless  life  are  given, 
Through  the  rich  blood  that  Jesus  shed, 
To  raise  the  soul  to  heaven. 

8  Millions  of  souls,  in  glory  now, 
Were  fed  and  feasted  here  ; 
And  millions  more,  still  on  the  way, 
Around  the  board  appear. 

4  All  things  are  ready,  come  away, 
Nor  weak  excuses  frame  ; 
Crowd  to  your  places  at  the  feast, 
And  bless  the  Founder's  name. 

1T1  4  lines  8s. 

1  TTEAR  the  royal  proclamation, 
JO.  The  glad  tidings  of  salvation; 
Publish' d  now  to  every  creature, 
To  the  ruin;d  sons  of  nature. 

CHOR  US. 

Lo  !  he  reigns,  lie  reigns  victorious  ; 
Over  heaven  and  earth,  most  glorious, 
Jesus  reigns. 

2  See  the  royal  banner  flying, 
Hear  the  heralds  loudly  crying, 
"Rebel  sinners,  roj^al  favor 
Now  is  offer  d  by  the  Saviour." 

Lo  !  lie  reigns,  3~c. 

3  Ho !  ye  sons  of  wrath  and  ruin, 

Who  have  wrought  your  own  undoing, 
Here  are  life  and  free  salvation, 
Offerd  to  the  whole  creation. 

Lo  I  he  reigns,  §c. 


132  AWAKENING 

4  Here  are  wine,  and  milk,  and  honey, 
Come,  and  purchase  "without  money  ; 
Mercy,  like  a  flowing  fountain, 
Streaming  from  the  holy  mountain. 

Lo  I  he  reigns,  §c. 

5  For  this  love  let  rocks  and  mountains, 
Purling  streams  and  crystal  fountains, 
Roaring  thunders,  lightning  blazes, 
Shout  the  great  Messiah's  praises. 

Lo !  he  reigns,  §c. 

172  P.  M. 

1  OINNERS,  will  you  scorn  the  message 
k3   Sent  in  mercy  from  above  ? 

Every  sentence — 0  how  tender ! 
Every  line  is  full  of  love  : 

Listen  to  it, 
Every  line  is  full  of  love. 

2  Hear  the  heralds  of  the  Gospel, 

News  from  Zion's  King  proclaim, 
To  each  rebel  sinner  "Pardon, 
Free  forgiveness  in  his  name." 

How  important ! 
Free  forgiveness  in  his  name  ! 

3  Tempted  souls,  they  bring  you  succour* 

Fearful  hearts,  they  quell  your  fears  ; 
And  with  news  of  consolation, 
Chase  away  the  falling  tears : 

Tender  heralds, 
Chase  away  the  falling  tears. 

4  False  professors,  grov'ling  worldlings, 

Callous  hearers  of  the  word, 
While  the  messengers  address  you", 
Take  .the  warnings  they  afford  : 


'and  inviting.  133 

We  entreat  you, 
Take  the  warnings  they  afford. 

5  Who  hath  our  report  believed, 

Who  receiv'd  the  joyful  word? 
Who  embrac'd  the  news  of  pardon, 
Offer' d  to  you  by  the  Lord ! 

Can  you  slight  it, 
Offer'd  to  you  by  the  Lord  ? 

6  0  ye  angels,  hov'ring  round  us, 

Waiting  spirits  speed  your  way, 
Hasten  to  the  courts  of  heaven, 
Tidings  bear  without  delay ; 

Rebel  sinners 
Glad  the  message  will  obey. 

173  L.  M. 

The  accepted  time. 

HILE  life  prolongs  its  precious  light, 
Mercy  is  found,  and  peace  is  given; 
But  soon,  ah,  soon,  approaching  night 
Shall  blot  out  every  hope  of  heaven. 

2  While  God  invites,  how  blest  the  day ! 

How  sweet  the  Gospel's  charming  sound ! 
Come,  sinners,  haste,  0  haste  away, 
While  yet  a  pard'ning  God  is  found. 

3  Soon,  borne  on  times  most  rapid  wing, 

Shall  death  command  you  to  the  grave, 
Before  His  bar  your  spirits  bring, 
And  none  be  found  to  hear  or  save. 

4  In  that  lone  land  of  deep  despair, 

No  Sabbath's  heavenly  light  shall  rise, 
No  God  regard  your  bitter  prayer, 
No  Saviour  call  you  to  the  skies. 


134  AWAKENING 

5  Now  God  invites  !  how  blest  the  day  ! 

How  sweet  the  Gospel's  charming  sound! 
Come,  sinners,  haste,  0  haste  away, 
While  yet  a  pard'ning  God  is  found. 

l-Y-4  C.  M. 

Boast  not  thyself  of  to-morrow. 

1  "^^HY  should  we  boast  of  time  to  come, 

f  V     Though  but  a  single  day  ? 
This  hour  may  fix  our  final  doom, 
Though  strong,  and  young,  and  gay. 

2  The  present  we  should  now  redeem  ; 

This  only  is  our  own ; 
The  past,  alas  !  is  all  a  dream  ; 
The  future  is  unknown. 

3  0,  think  what  vast  concerns  depend 

Upon  a  moment's  space, 
When  life  and  all  its  cares  shall  end 
In  vengeance  or  in  grace  ! 

4  0  for  that  power  which  melts  the  heart, 

And  lifts  the  soul  on  high, 
Where  sin,  and  grief,  and  death  depart, 
And  pleasures  never  die. 

5  There  we  with  ecstasy  shall  fall 

Before  Immanuel's  feet: 
And  hail  him  as  our  All  in  all, 
In  happiness  complete. 

115  S.  M. 

The  horrors  of  the  second  death. 

1   f\  WHERE  shall  rest  be  found,— 
\Jr  Rest  for  the  weary  soul  ? 


AND   INVITING.  135 

7Twere  vain  the  ocean's  depths  to  sound, 

Or  pierce  to  either  pole. 
The  world  can  never  give 

The  bliss  for  which  we  sigh; 
'Tis  not  the  whole  of  life  to  live, 

Nor  all  of  death  to  die. 
3  Beyond  this  vale  x?f  tears 

There  is  a  life  above, 
Unmeasured  by  the  flight  of  years  ; 

And  all  that  life  is  love. 
There  is  a  death,  whose  pang 

Outlasts  the  fleeting  breath : 
0  what  eternal  horrors  hang 

Around  the  second  death  ! 
Thou  God  of  truth  and  grace  ! 

Teach  us  that  death  to  shun  : 
Lest  we  be  banish' d  from  thy  face, 

For  evermore  undone. 

176  C.  M. 

Warnings  from  the  grave. 

BENEATH  eur  feet,  and  o7er  our  head, 
Is  equal  warning  given  ; 
Beneath  us  lie  the  countless  dead, — 

Above  us  is  the  heaven. 
Death  rides  on  every  passing  breeze, 

And  lurks  in  every  flower  : 
Each  season  has  its  own  disease, — ■ 
Its  peril  every  hour. 
-3  Our  eyes  have  seen  the  rosy  light 
Of  youth's  soft  cheek  decay, 
And  fate  descend  in  sudden  night 
On  manhood's  middle  day. 


136  AWAKENING 

4  Our  eyes  have  seen  the  steps  of  age 

Halt  feebly  to  the  tomb  ; 
And  shall  earth  still  our  hearts  engage, 
And  dreams  of  days  to  come  ? 

5  Turn,  mortal,  turn ;  thy  danger  know : 

Where'er  thy  foot  can  tread, 
The  earth  rings  hollow  from  below, 
And  warns  thee  by  her  dead. 

6  Turn,  mortal,  turn ;  thy  soul  apply 

To  truths  divinely  given : 
The  dead  who  underneath  thee  lie, 
Shall  live  for  hell  or  heaven. 

tH%  C.  M. 

Fear  of  hell. 
JERRIBLE  thought !  shall  1  alone, 


Who  may  be  saved,  shall  I, 
Of  all,  alas  !  whom  I  have  known, 
Through  sin  forever  die  ? 

2  While  all  my  old  companions  dear, 
With  whom  I  once  did  live, 
Joyful  at  God's  right  hand  appear, 
A  blessing  to  receive : — 

8  Shall  I,  amidst  a  ghastly  band, 
Dragg'd  to  the  judgment-seat, 
Far  on  the  left  with  horror  stand, 
My  fearful  doom  to  meet  ? 

4  Ah!  no; — I  still  may  turn  and  live, 
For  still  his  wrath  delays; 
He  now  vouchsafes  a  kind  reprieve^, 
And  offers  me  his  grace. 


AND   INVITING.  137 

5  I  will  accept  his  offers  now — 

From  every  sin  depart — 

Perform  my  oft-repeated  vow, 

And  render  him  my  heart. 

6  I  will  improve  what  I  receive, 

The  grace  through  Jesus  given; 
Sure,  if  with  God  on  earth  I  live, 
To  live  with  God  in  heaven. 

17§  C.  M. 

He  luaiteth  to  be  gracious. 

1  "TESUS,  Kedeemer  of  mankind, 
wP    Display  thy  saving  power ; 
Thy  mercy  let  the  sinner  find, 

And  know  his  gracious  hour. 

2  Who  thee  beneath  their  feet  have  trod, 

And  crucified  afresh, 
Touch  with  thine  all-victorious  blood, 
And  turn  the  stone  to  flesh. 

3  Open  their  eyes  thy  cross  to  see, — 

Their  ears,  to  hear  thy  cries  : 
Sinner,  thy  Saviour  weeps  for  thee : 
For  thee  he  weeps  and  dies. 

4  All  the  day  long  he  meekly  stands, 

His  rebels  to  receive  ; 
And  shows  his  wounds,  snd  spreads  his 
And  bids  you  turn  and  live.        [hands, 

5  Turn,  and  your  sins  of  deepest  dye 

He  will  with  blood  efface ; 
E'en  now  he  waits  the  blood  t'  apply; — 
Be  saved,  be  saved  by  grace. 


1*38  AWAKENING 

179  C.  M. 

He  justifies  the  ungodly. 

1  T"  OVERS  of  pleasure  more  than  God, 

&  A  For  you  he  suffer' d  pain; 
For  you  the  Saviour  spilt  his  blood: 
And  shall  he  bleed  in  Tain  ? 

2  Sinners,  his  life  for  you  he  paid ; 

Your  basest  crimes  he  bore  ; 

Your  sins  were  all  on  Jesus  laid, 

That  you  might  sin  no  more. 

3  To  earth  the  great  Ptedeemer  came, 

That  you  might  come  to  heaven ; 
Believe,  believe  in  Jesus'  name, 
And  all  your  sin's  forgiven. 

4  Believe  in  him  who  died  for  thee  ; 

And,  sure  as  he  hath  died, 
Thy  debt  is  paid,  thy  soul  is  free, 
And  thou  art  justified. 

ISO  L.  M. 

The  joys  of  penitence. 

1  |plOME,  0  ye  sinners,  to  the  Lord, 
\J  In  Christ  to  paradise  restored : 
His  proffer' d  benefits  embrace, — 
The  plenitude  of  Gospel  grace : — 

2  A  pardon  written  with  his  blood  ; 
The  favor  and  the  peace  of  God ; 
The  seeing  eye,  the  feeling  sense, 
The  mystic  joys  of  penitence  : — 

3  The  godly  fear,  the  pleasing  smart, 
The  meltings  of  a  broken  heart; 


AND   INVITING.  139 

The  tears  that  tell  your  sins  forgiven ; 
The  sighs  that  waft  your  souls  to  heaven : 
The  guiltless  shame,  the  sweet  distress, 
Th'  unutterable  tenderness ; 
The  genuine,  meek  humility  ; 
The  wonder,  why  such  love  to  me : — 
Th'  o'erwhelming  power  of  saving  grace, 
The  sight  that  veils  the  seraph's  face  ; 
The  speechless  awe  that  dares  not  move, 
And  all  the  silent  heaven  of  love. 

1S1  C.  M. 

The  wanderer  recalled. 

l*p'ETURN,  0  wanderer,  return, 
XV  And  seek  thy  Father's  face  ; 
Those  new  desires  which  in  thee  burn 

Were  kindled  by  his  grace. 
2  Return,  0  wanderer,  return  : 

He  hears  thy  humble  sigh : 
He  sees  thy  soften'd  spirit  mourn, 

When  no  one  else  is  nigh. 
Return,  0  wanderer,  return ; 

Thy  Saviour  bids  thee  live  : 
Come  to  his  cross,  and,  grateful,  learn 

How  freely  he'll  forgive. 
Return,  0  wanderer,  return, 

And  wipe  the  falling  tear: 
Thy  Father  calls, — no  longer  mourn  ; 

"Tis  love  invites  thee  near. 

Return,  0  wanderer,  return  ; 

Regain  thy  long-sought  rest  : 
The  Saviour's  melting  mercies  yearn 

To  clasp  thee  to  his  breast. 


140  AWAKENING 

182  C.  M. 

Believe,  and  be  at  peace. 

1  f\  WHY  should  gloomy  .thoughts  arise, 
\J  And  darkness  fill  the  mind  ? 

Why  should  that  bosom  heave  with  sighs, 
And  yet  no  refuge  find  ? 

2  Hast  thou  not  heard  of  Gllead's  balm, — - 

The  great  Physician  there, 
Who  can  thine  every  fear  disarm, 
And  save  thee  from  despair  ? 

3  Still  art  thou  overwhelm' d  with  grief, 

And  fill'd  with  sore  dismay  ? 
Still  looking  downward  for  relief, 
Without  one  cheering  ray  ? 

4  Lift  up  thy  streaming  eyes  to  heaven ; 

The  great  atonement  see  ; 
And  all  thy  sins  shall  be  forgiven : 
Believe,  and  thou  art  free. 

5  For  thee  the  Savrour  suffer' d  shame, 

And  shed  his  precious  blood: 
Believe,  believe  in  Jesus'  name, 
And  be  at  peace  with  God. 

1§3  L.  M. 

1  "F  ADEN  with  guilt,  sinners  arise, 
J|j  And  view  your  bleeding  sacrifice; 
Each  purple  drop  proclaims  there's  room, 
And  bids  the  poor  and  needy  come. 

2  Beneath  your  crimes  the  victim  stood, 
Sign'd  your  acquittances  in  blood, 
Hereby  stern  justice  is  appeas'd : 
Sinners  look  up  and  be  releas'd. 


AND   INVITING.  141 

3  Mercy,  truth,  peace,  and  righteousness, 
Beam  from  the  Reconciler's  face, 

Here  look,  till  love  dissolves  your  heart, 
And  bids  your  slavish  fears  depart. 

4  0  quit  the  world's  delusive  charms, 
And  quickly  fly  to  Jesus'  arms ; 
"Wrestle  until  your  God  is  known, 
Till  you  can  call  the  Lord  your  own. 

184  L.  M. 

The  care  of  souls  the  one  thing  needful. 

1  ^IITHY  will  ye  lavish  out  your  years 

ff     Amidst  a  thousand  trifling  cares? 
While  in  this  various  range  of  thought, 
The  one  thing  needful  is  forgot. 

2  .Why  will  ye  chase  the  fleeting  wind, 
And  famish  an  immortal  mind  ? 
While  angels  with  regret  look  down, 
To  see  you  spurn  a  heav'nly  crown. 

3  Th'  eternal  God  calls  from  above, 
And  Jesus  pleads  his  bleeding  love  ; 
Awaken'd  conscience  gives  you  pain, 
And  shall  they  join  their  pleas  in  vain. 

4  Not  so  your  dying  eyes  shall  view 
Those  objects  which  you  now  pursue  ! 
Not  so  shall  heav'n  and  hell  appear, 
When  the  decisive  hour  is  near. 

5  Almighty  God,  thy  pow'r  impart, 
To  fix  conviction  on  the  heart, 

Thy  pow'r  unveils  the  blindest  eyes, 
And  makes  the  haughtiest  scorner  wise. 


142  PENITENTIAL. 

PENITENTIAL. 

1§5  .  S.  M. 

1  f\  THAT  I  could  repent, 
\3  With  all  my  idols  part ; 

And  to  thy  gracious  eye  present        ^ 
A  humble,  contrite  heart ! 

2  A  heart  with  grief  opprest, 

For  having  griev'd  my  God; 
A  troubled  heart  that  cannot  rest 
Till  sprinkled  with  thy  blood. 

3  Jesus,  on  me  bestow 

The  penitent  desire ; 
With  true  sincerity  of  woe 
My  aching  breast  inspire. 

4  With  soft'ning  pity  look, 

And  melt  my  hardness  down ; 
Strike  with  thy  love's  resistless  stroke, 

And  break  this  heart  of  stone  ! 
186  C.  M. 

Y  God,  my  God,  to  thee  I  cry : 
Thee  only  would  I  know ; 
Thy  purifying  blood  apply, 

And  wash  me  white  as  snow. 
Touch  me,  and  make  the  leper  clean, 

Purge  my  iniquity : 
Unless  thou  wash  my  soul  from  sin, 

I  have  no  part  in  thee. 
But  art  thou  not  already  mine  ? 

Answer,  if  mine  thou  art ! 
Whisper  within,  thou  Love  divine,    . 

And  cheer  my  broken  heart. 


PENITENTIAL.  14< 

4  Behold,  for  me  the  victim  bleeds, 
His  wounds  are  open  wide  ; 
For  me  the  blood  of  sprinkling  pleads, 
And  speaks  me  justified.. 

187  I«  Ml 

1  /"^'H!  give  me,  Lord,  my  sins  to  mourn,. 
V  /  My  sins  which  have  thy  body  torn } 
Give  me  with  broken  heart  to  seeT 

Thy  last  tremendous  agony. 

2  0  could  I  gain  the  mountain's  height, 
And  gaze  upon  that  wondrous  sight, 
0  that,  with  Salem's  daughters,  I 
Could  stand  and  see  my  Saviour  die  !' 

3  I'd  hang  around  his  feet  and  cry, 
Lord,  save  a  soul  condemn' d  to  die, 
And  let  a  wretch  come  near  thy  throne,. 
To  plead  the  merits  of  thy  Son. 

4  Father  of  mercy  !  drop  thy  frown, 
And  give  me  shelter  in  thy  Son  ; 
And  with  my  broken  heart  comply  * 
0  give  me  Jesus,  or  I  elie ! 

5  0  Lord,  deny  me  what  thou  wilt, 

If  thou  wouldst  ease  me  of  my  guilt; 
Good  Lord,  in  mercy  hear  me  cry, 
And  give  me  Jesus,  or  I  die. 

6  0  save  my  soul  from-  gaping  hell,. 
Or  else  with  devils  I  must  dwell 'T 
0  might  I  enter,  now  I'm  come, 
Lord  Jesus,  save  me,  or  I'm  gone. 

188  L.  M. 


'OS 


THAT  my  load  of  sin  were  gone  I 
"  that  I  could  at  last  submit,. 


144  PENITENTIAL. 

At  Jesus'  feet  to  lay  it  down  ! 
To  lay  my  soul  at  Jesus'  feet ! 

2  Rest  for  my  soul  I  long  to  find : 
Saviour  of  all,  if  mine  thou  art, 
Give  me  thy  meek  and  lowly  mind, 
And  stamp  thine  image  on  my  heart. 

3  Break  off  the  yoke  of  inbred  sin, 
And  fully  set  my  spirit  free  ; 

I  cannot  rest  till  pure  within, 
Till  I  am  wholly  lost  in  thee. 

4  Fain  would  I  learn  of  thee,  my  God, 
Thy  light  and  easy  burden  prove ; 

The  cross  all  stain'd  with  hallow'd  blood, 
The  labor  of  thy  dying  love. 

5  I  would,  but  thou  must  give  the  power ; 
My  heart  from  every  sin  release ; 
Bring  near,  bring  near  the  joyful  hour, 
And  fill  me  with  thy  perfect  peace. 

6  Come,  Lord,  the  drooping  sinner  cheer, 
Nor  let  thy  chariot  wheels  delay : 
Appear,  in  my  poor  heart  appear ! 
My  God,  my  Saviour,  come  away. 

1§9  C.  M. 


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THAT  I  could  my  Lord  receive, 
Who  did  the  world  redeem  ; 
Who  gave  his  life  that  I  might  live, 
A  life  conceal'd  in  him! 


2  0  that  I  could  the  blessing  prove, 
My  heart's  extreme  desire  : 
Live  happy  in  my  Saviour's  love, 
And  in  his  arms  expire  ! 


PENITENTIAL.  145 

&  Mercy  I  ask  to  seal  my  peace, 
That,  kept  by  mercy's  power, 
I  may  from  every  evil  cease, 
And  never  grieve  thee  more. 

4  Now,  if  thy  gracious  will  it  be, 
E'en  now  my  sins  remove, 
And  set  my  soul  at  liberty 
By  thy  victorious  love. 

•5  In  answer  to  ten  thousand  pray'rs, 
Thou  pard'ning  God  descend  ; 
Number  me  with  salvation's  heirs, 
My  sins  and  troubles  end. 

•6  Nothing  I -ask  or  want  beside, 
Of  all  in  earth  or  heaven  : 
But  let  me  feel  thy  blood  applied, 
And  live  and  die  forgiven. 

190  S.  M. 

1  r\  THAT  I  could  revere 
\J   My  much-offended  God ! 

0  that  I  could  but  stand  in  fear 
Of  thy  afflicting  rod ! 

2  If  mercy  cannot  draw, 

Thou  by  thy  threat'ning  move ; 
And  keep  an  abject  soul  in  awe, 
That  will  not  yield  to  love. 

'■$  Show  me  the  naked  sword 
Impending  o'er  my  head: 
0  let  me  tremble  at  thy  word, 
And  to  my  ways  take  heed! 

4  With  sacred  horror  fly 

From  every  sinful  snare  : 

10 


146  PENITENTIAL. 

Nor  ever  in  my  Judge's  eye 
My  Judge's  anger  dare. 

5  Thou  great  tremendous  God, 

The  conscious  awe  impart ; 
The  grace  be  now  on  me  bestow'd, 
The  tender  fleshy  heart. 

6  For  Jesus'  sake  alone, 

The  stony  heart  remove  ; 
And  melt  at  last,  0  melt  me  down, 
Into  the  mould  of  love. 

191  C.  M. 

1  i~\  FOR  that  tenderness  of  heart, 
\J  Which  bows  before  the  Lord; 
Acknowledging  how  just  thou  art, 

And  trembling  at  thy  word ! 

2  0  for  those  humble,  contrite  tears, 

Which  from  repentance  flow  : 
That  consciousness  of  guilt,  which  fears 
The  long-suspended  blow ! 

3  Saviour,  to  me,  in  pity,  give 

The  sensible  distress  ; 
The  pledge  thou  wilt  at  last  receive, 
And  bid  me  die  in  peace  : 

4  Wilt  from  the  dreadful  day  remove, 

Before  the  evil  come  ; 
My  spirit  hide  with  saints  above, 
My  body  in  the  tomb. 

192  L.  M. 


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ESUS,  the  sinner's  friend,  to  thee, 
Lost  and  undone,  for  aid  I  flee  : 
Weary  of  earth,  myself,  and  sin  ; 
Open  thine  arms,  and  take  me  in. 


PENITENTIAL.  147 

2  Pity  and  heal  my  sin-sick  soul  : 

'Tis  thou  alone  canst  make  me  whole; 
Fall'n,  till  in  me  thine  image  shine, 
And  lost  I  am  till  thou  art  mine. 

3  Awake,  the  woman's  conqu'ring  Seed, 
Awake,  and  bruise  the  serpent's  head  ! 
Tread  down  thy  foes,  with  power  control 
The  beast  and  devil  in  my  soul. 

4  The  mansion  for  thyself  prepare, 
Dispose  my  heart  by  ent'ring  there  I 
'Tis  this  alone  can  make  me  clean ; 
'Tis  this  alone  can  cast  out  sin. 

6  At  last  I  own  it  cannot  be, 

That  I  should  fit  myself  for  thee  : 
Here,  then,  to  thee  I  all  resign ; 
Thine  is  the  work,  and  only  thine. 

6  What  shall  I  say  thy  grace  to  move  I 
Lord,  I  am  sin — but  thou  art  love  : 
I  give  up  every  plea  beside, 
"Lord,  I  am  lost— but  thou  hast  died." 

193  S.  M. 

First  Part. 

1  TTTHEN  shall  thy  love  constrain, 

W     And  force  me  to  thy  breast? 
"When  shall  my  soul  return  again 
To  her  eternal  rest  ? 

2  Ah  !  what  avails  my  strife, 

My  wand'ring  to  and  fro  ? 
Thou  hast  the  words  of  endless  life; 
Ah !  whither  should  I  go  ? 

3  Thy  condescending  grace 

To  me  did  freely  move  ; 


148  PENITENTIAL. 

It  calls  me  still  to  seek  thy  face, 
And  stoops  to  ask  my  love. 

4  Lord,  at  thy  feet  I  fall, 

I  groan  to  be  set  free  ; 
I  fain  would  now  obey  thy  call, 
And  give  up  all  for  thee. 

5  To  rescue  me  from  woe, 

Thou  didst  with  all  things  part; 
Didst  lead  a  suff'ring  life  below, 
To  gain  my  worthless  heart. 

6  My  worthless  heart  to  gain, 

The  God  of  all  that  breathe, 
Was  found  in  fashion  as  a  man, 
And  died  a  cursed  death. 

194  S.  M. 

Second  Part. 

1  A  ND  can  I  yet  delay, 
_£!_  My  little  all  to  give  ? 

To  tear  my  soul  from  earth  away, 
For  Jesus  to  receive  ? 

2  Nay,  but  I  yield,  I  yield  ! 

I  can  hold  out  no  more  : 
I  sink,  by  dying  love  compell'd, 
And  own  Thee  conqueror. 

3  Though  late  I  all  forsake. 

My  friends,  my  all  resign  ; 
Gracious  Reedemer,  take,  0  take, 
And  seal  me  ever  thine  I 

4  Come,  and  possess  me  whole, 

Nor  hence  again  remove  : 
Settle  and  fix  my  wav:iing  soul 
With  all  thy  weight  of  love. 


PENITENTIAL.  149 

5  My  one  desire  be  this, 

Thy  only  love  to  know  ; 
To  seek  and  taste  no  other  bliss, 
No  other  good  below. 

6  My  life,  my  portion  thou, 

Thou  all-sufficient  art ; 
My  hope,  my  heavenly  treasure,  now 
Enter,  and  keep  my  heart. 

195  6  lines  8s. 

First  Part. 

1  dPlOME,  0  thou  Traveler  unknown, 
XJ  Whom  still  I  hold,  but  cannot  see ! 
My  company  before  is  gone, 

And  I  am  left  alone  with  thee: 
With  thee  all  night  I  mean  to  stay, 
And  wrestle  till  the  break  of  day. 

2  I  need  not  tell  thee  who  I  am  ; 
My  misery  and  sin  declare ; 

Thyself  hast  call"d  me  by  my  name, 

Look  on  thy  hands,  and  read  it  there  : 
But  who,  I  ask  thee,  who  art  thou  ? 
Tell  me  thy  name,  and  tell  me  now. 

3  In  vain  thou  strugglest  to  get  free, 
I  never  will  unloose  my  hold  ; 

Art  thou  the  Man  that  died  for  me  ? 

The  secret  of  thy  love  unfold: 
Wrestling,  I  will  not  let  thee  go, 
Till  I  thy  name,  thy  nature  know. 

4  Wilt  thou  not  yet  to  me  reveal 
Thy  new,  unutterable  name? 

Tell  me,  I  still  beseech  thee,  tell  ; 
To  know  it  now  resolv'd  I  am : 


150  PENITENTIAL. 

Wrestling,  I  will  not  let  thee  go, 
Till  I  thy  name,  thy  nature  know. 

5       What,  though  my  shrinking  flesh  com- 
plain, 
And  murmur  to  contend  so  long: 
I  rise  superior  to  my  pain  : 

When  I  am  weak,  then  I  am  strong ! 
And  when  my  all  of  strength  shall  fail, 
I  shall  with  the  God-Man  prevail. 

196  6  lines  8s. 

Second  Part. 

1  "1TIELD  to  me  now,  for  I  am  weak, 

JL    But  confident  in  self-despair ; 
Speak  to  my  heart,  in  blessings  speak ; 
Be  conquer' d  by  my  instant  pray'r  : 
Speak,  or  thou  never  hence  shalt  move, 
And  tell  me  if  thy  name  be  Love. 

2  'Tie  love  !  'tis  love  !  thou  diedst  for  me ! 
I  hear  thy  whisper  in  my  heart  ; 

The  morning  breaks,  the  shadows  flee, 

Pure,  universal  love  thou  art : 
To  me,  to  all,  thy  bowels  move, 
Thy  nature  and  thy  name  is  Love. 

3  My  pray'r  hath  power  with  God ;  the 

grace 

Unspeakable  I  now  receive  ; 
Through  faith  I  see  thee  face  to  face ; 

I  see  thee  face  to  face,  and  live ! 
In  vain  I  have  not  wept  and  strove; 
Thy  nature  and  thy  name  is  Love. 

4  I  know  thee,  Saviour,  who  thou  art, 
Jesus,  the  feeble  sinner's  friend  :' 


PENITENTIAL.  151 

Nor  wilt  thou  with  the  night  depart, 

But  stay  and  love  me  to  the  end : 
Thy  mercies  never  shall  remove, 
Thy  nature  and  thy  name  is  Love. 

5  The  Sun  of  righteousness  on  me 
Hath  rose  with  healing  in  his  wings ; 

Wither  d  by  nature's  strength  ;  from  thee 

My  soul  its  life  and  succour  brings ; 
My  help  is  all  laid  up  above  ; 
Thy  nature  and  thy  name  is  Love. 

6  Contented  now  upon  my  thigh 

I  halt,  till  life's  short  journey  end; 
All  helplessness,  all  weakness,  I 

On  thee  alone  for  strength  depend; 
Nor  have  I  power  from  thee  to  move ; 
Thy  nature  and  thy  name  is  Love. 

7  Lame  as  I  am,  I  take  the  prey ; 

Hell,  earth,  and  sin,  with  ease  o'ercome; 
I  leap  for  joy,  pursue  my  way, 

And,  as  a  bounding  hart,  fly  home ; 
Through  all  eternity  to  prove, 
Thy  nature  and  thy  name  is  Love. 

19?  C.  M. 

OME,  humble  sinner,  in  whose  breast 
A  thousand  thoughts  revolve: 
Come  with  your  guilt  and  soul  opprest, 
And  make  this  last  resolve : — 


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2  "I'll  go  to  Jesus,  though  my  sin 
Hath  like  a  mountain  rose  ; 
I  know  his  courts,  I'll  enter  in, 
Whatever  may  oppose. 


152  PENITENTIAL. 

3  "Prostrate  I'll  lie  Before-  his-  throne;. 

And  there  my  guilt  confess  : 

I'll  tell  him  I'm  a  wretch  undone^ 

Without  his  sovereign  grace. 

4  "I'll  to  my  gracious  King  approach,. 

Whose  sceptre  pardon  gives, 
Perhaps  he  may  command  a  touch,. 
And  then  the  suppliant  lives, 

5  "Perhaps  he  may  admit  my  plea,. 

Perhaps  he'll  hear  my  pray'r : 
But  if  I  perish,  I  will  pray, 
And  perish  only  there. 

6  "I  can  hut  perish  if  I  go, 

I  am  resolv'd  to  try ; 
For  if  I  stay  away,  I  know, 
I  must  forever  die." 

198  P.  M.  7s.  &  6s.. 

1  TTkROOPING  souls,  no  longer  grievev. 
.1  W  Heaven  is  propitious — 
If  you  do  in  Christ  believe, 

You  will  find  him  precious  - 
Jesus  now  is  passing  by, 

And  he  calls  you  to  him, 
He  has  died  for  you  and  me, 


From  his  hands,  his  feet,  his  side,,. 
Flows  the  healing  fountain ; 

See  the  purple  swelling  tide, 
Boundless  as  the  ocean — 

See  the  living  waters  move^ 
For  the  sick  and  dying:. 


PENITENTIAL.  15S 

Now  resolve  to  gain  his  love, 
Or  to  perish  trying. 

3  Gospel  grace  is  always  free, 

Drooping  souls  to  gladden  ; 
Hence  he  says,  "Come  unto  me, 

Weary,  heavy-laden." 
Though  your  sins  like  mountains  rise, 

Ri&e  and  reach  to  heaven, 
Yet,  if  you  on  him  believe, 

All  shall  be  forgiven. 

4  Now  methinks,  I  hear  one  say, 

I  will  go.  and  prove  him ; 
If  he  takes  my  sins  away, 

Surely  I  will  love  him. 
Come,  my  Saviour,  come  and  smile,. 

Smiling  moves  my  burden; 
I  am  guilty,  poor,  and  vile, 

Yet  thou  canst  me  pardon. 

5  Streams  of  mercy,  how  they  flowt 

Surely  now  I  feel  it : 
Half  has  never  yet  been  told — 

0  could  I  reveal  it ! 
Jesus'  blood  has  heal'd  my  woundj. 

0,  the  wondrous  story  ! 
I  was  lost,  but  now  I'm  found, 

Glory,  glory,  glory ! 

6  If  no  greater  joys  were  hnown 

In  the  starry  region, 
I  would  try  to  travel  on, 

In  this  pure  religion. 
Heaven's  here,  and  heaven's  there^. 

Glory  here  and  yonder  ! 
Brightest  angels  join  with.me, 

To  adore  and  wonder. 


154  PENITENTIAL. 

199  C.  M. 

1  "]%/f  Y  drowsy  powers,  why  sleep  ye  so  ? 
.IvJL  Awake,  my  sluggish  soul! 
Nothing  hath  half  thy  work  to  do, 

Yet  nothing's  half  so  dull. 

2  Go  to  the  ants ;  for  one  poor  grain 

See  how  they  toil  and  strive  ! 
Yet  we  who  have  a  heaven  t'  obtain, 
How  negligent  we  live  ! 

3  We,  for  whose  sake  all  nature  stands, 

And  stars  their  courses  move ; 
We,  for  whose  guard  the  angel  bands 
Come  flying  from  above. 

4  We,  for  whom  God  the  Son  came  down, 

And  labor' d  for  our  good, 
How  careless  to  secure  that  crown 
He  purchas'd  with  his  blood. 

5  Lord,  shall  we  live  so  sluggish  still, 

And  never  act  our  parts  ? 
Come,  holy  Dove,  from  th'  heavenly  hill, 
And  warm  our  frozen  hearts. 

6  Give  us  with  active  warmth  to  move, 

With  vig'rous  souls  to  rise ; 
With  hands  of  faith  and  wings  of  love, 
To  fly  and  take  the  prize. 

20©  L.  M. 

1  TTTITH  aching  heart  and  weeping  eyes, 

VV  My  guilty  soul  for  mercy  cries, 
What,  shall  I  do,  or  whither  flee, 
T'  escape  the  vengeance  due  to  me  ? 

2  Till  now  I  saw  no  danger  nigh, 
I  liv'd  at  ease,  nor  fear'd  to  die  ; 


PENITENTIAL.  155 

Wrapt  up  in  self-deceit  and  pride, 
"I  shall  have  peace  at  last,"  I  cried. 

8  But  when,  great  God!  thy  light  divine 
Had  shone  on  this  dark  soul  of  mine, 
Then  I  beheld,  with  trembling  awe, 
The  terrors  of  thy  holy  law. 

4  How  dreadful  now  my  guilt  appears, 

In  childhood,  youth,  and  growing  years; 
Before  thy  pure  discerning  eye, 
Lord,  what  a  filthy  wretch  am  I! 

5  Should  vengeance  still  my  soul  pursue, 
Death  and  destruction  are  my  due  ; 
Yet  mercy  can  my  guilt  forgive, 

And  bid  a  dying  sinner  live. 

6  Does  not  thy  sacred  word  proclaim, 
Salvation  free  in  Jesus'  name  ? 

To  him  I  look  and  anxious  cry, 

"0  save  a  wretch  condemn'd  to  die  ?" 

201  L-  Ml 

1  QHOW  pity,  Lord,  0  Lord  forgive  I 
k3  Let  a  repenting  rebel  live ; 

Are  not  thy  mercies  large  and  free  ? 
May  not  a  sinner  trust  in  thee  ? 

2  My  crimes  are  great,  but  can't  surpass 
The  power  and  glory  of  thy  grace  ; 
Great  God,  thy  nature  hath  no  bound, 
So  let  thy  pard'ning  love  be  found. 

3  0  wash  my  soul  from  every  sin, 

And  make  my  guilty  conscience  clean ; 
Here  on  my  heart  the  burden  lies, 
And  past  offences  pain  mine  eyes. 


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156  PENITENTIAL. 

4  My  lips  with  shame  my  sins  confess, 
Against  thy  laws,  against  thy  grace ; 
Lord,  should  thy  judgment  grow  severe, 
I  am  condemn'd  but  thou  art  clear. 

5  Yet  save  a  trembling  sinner,  Lord, 
Whose  hope  still  hov'ring  round  thy  word, 
Would  light  on  some  sweet  promise  there, 
Some  sure  support  against  despair. 

2©2  0.  M. 

N  evil  long  I  took  delight, 
Unaw'd  by  shame  or  fear ; 
Till  a  new  object  struck  my  sight, 
And  stopt  my  wild  career. 

2  I  saw  One  hanging  on  a  tree, 
In  agonies  and  blood, 
Who  fix'd  his  languid  eyes  on  me, 
As  near  his  cross  I  stood. 

8  Sure  never  to  my  latest  breath, 
Can  I  forget  that  look  : 
It  seem'd  to  charge  me  with  his  death, 
Though  not  a  word  he  spoke. 

4  My  conscience  felt  and  own'd  the  guilt, 

And  plung'd  me  in  despair : 

I  saw  my  sins  his  blood  had  spilt, 

And  help'd  to  nail  him  there. 

5  A  second  look  he  gave,  which  said, 

"I  freely  all  forgive; 
This  blood  is  for  thy  ransom  paid : 
I  die  that  thou  may'st  live." 

6  With  pleasing  grief  and  mournful  joy, 

My  spirit  now  is  fill'd; 


PENITENTIAL.  157 

That  I  should  such  a  life  destroy, 
Yet  live  by  him  I  kill'd. 

203  L.  M. 

1  T   ORD,  at  thy  feet  I  prostrate  fall, 
JLi  Opprest  with  fears,  to  thee  I  call, 
Reveal  thy  pard'ning  love  to  me, 
And  set  my  captive  spirit  free. 

2  Hast  thou  not  said,  "Seek  ye  my  face?" 
The  invitation  I  embrace  ; 

I'll  seek  thy  face,  thy  Spirit  give ! 
0  !  let  me  see  thy  face  and  live. 

3  I'll  seek  thy  face  with  cries  and  tears, 
With  secret  sighs  and  fervent  pray'rs; 
And  if  not  heard  I'll  waiting  sit, 
And  perish  at  my  Saviour's  feet 

4  But  canst  thou,  Lord,  behold  my  pain, 
And  bid  me  seek  thy  face  in  vain  ! 
Thou  wilt  not,  canst  not  me  deceive, 
The  soul  that  seeks  thy  face  shall  live. 

204  C.  M. 

1  A  FFLICTIONS,  tho'  they  seem  severe, 
jnL  In  mercy  oft  are  sent, 

They  stopp'd  the  prodigal's  career, 
And  caus'd  him  to  repent. 

2  Although  he  no  relentings  felt, 

Till  he  had  spent  his  store, 
His  stubborn  heart  began  to  melt, 
When  famine  pinch'd  him  sore. 

3  "What  have  I  gain'dby  sin,"  he  said, 

"But  hunger,  shame,  and  fear  ? 
My  father's  house  abounds  with  bread, 
While  I  am  starving;  here," 


158  PENITENTIAL. 

4  "I'll  go  and  tell  him  all  I've  done, 

Fall  down  before  his  face  ; 

Unworthy  to  be  call'd  his  son, 

I'll  seek  a  servant's  place." 

5  His  father  saw  him  coming  back, 

He  saw  and  ran  and  smil'd; 
Then  threw  his  arms  around  the  neck 
Of  his  rebellious  child. 

6  "Father,  I've  sinn'd,  but  0 !  forgive''- 

"Enough,"  the  father  said, 
"Rejoice,  my  house,  my  son's  alive, 
For  whom  I  mourn'd  as  dead. 

7  "Now  let  the  fatted  calf  be  slain ; 

Go,  spread  the  news  around, 

My  son  was  dead  but  lives  again, 

Was  lost,  but  now  is  found." 

8  'Tis  thus  the  Lord  his  love  reveals, 

To  call  poor  sinners  home  ; 
More  than  a  father's  love  he  feels, 
And  welcomes  all  that  come. 

2©5  C.  M. 

"OW  sad  our  state  by  nature  is, 


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Our  sin  how  deep  it  stains  ! 
And  Satan  binds  our  captive  souls 

Fast  in  his  captive  chains. 
But  there's  a  voice  of  sovereign  grace, 

Sounds  from  the  sacred  word  ; 
Ho !  ye  despairing  sinners  come, 

And  trust  a  faithful  Lord. 

My  soul  obeys  the  gracious  call, 
And  runs  to  his  relief ; 


PENITENTIAL.  159 

I  would  believe  thy  promise,  Lord ! 
0  help  my  unbelief  ! 

4  To  the  blest  fountain  of  thy  blood, 

Incarnate  God,  I  fly : 
Here  let  me  wash  my  spotted  soul 
From  crimes  of  deepest  dye. 

5  A  guilty,  weak  and  helpless  worm, 

Into  thy  arms  I  fall, 
Be  thou  my  strength  and  righteousness, 
My  Jesus  and  my  all. 

206  L.  M. 

1  1^/fTY  suff' rings  all  to  thee  are  known, 
1/rJL  Tempted  in  every  point  like  me; 
Regard  my  grief,  regard  thy  own  : 

Jesus,  remember  Calvary  ! 

2  0  call  to  mind  thy  earnest  pray'rs  ! 

Thy  agony  and  sweat  of  blood  ! 
Thy  strong  and  bitter  cries  and  tears ! 
Thy  mortal  groan,  "My  God !  my  God  !" 

3  For  whom  didst  thou  the  cross  endure  ? 

Who  nail'd  thy  body  to  the  tree  ? 
Did  not  thy  death  my  life  procure  ? 
0  let  thy  bowels  answer  me  ! 

4  Art  thou  not  touch' d  with  human  woe  ? 

Hath  pity  left  the  Son  of  man  ? 
Dost  thou  not  all  my  sorrows  know, 
And  claim  a  share  in  all  my  pain  ? 

5  Have  I  not  heard,  have  I  not  known, 

That  thou,  the  everlasting  Lord, 
Whom  heaven  and  earth  their  Maker  own. 
Art  always  faithful  to  thy  word  ? 


160  PENITENTIAL. 

€  Thou  wilt  not  break  a  bruised  reed, 

Or  quench  the  smallest  spark  of  grace, 
Till  through  the  soul  thy  power  is  spread, 
Thy  all-victorious  righteousness. 

7  The  day  of  small  and  feeble  things, 

I  know  thou  never  wilt  despise; 
I  know,  with  healing  in  his  wings, 
The  Sun  of  righteousness  shall  rise. 

8  With  labor  faint,  thou  wilt  not  fail, 

Or,  weari'd,  give  the  sinner  o'er, 

Till  in  this  earth  thy  judgments  dwell, 

And,  born  of  God,  I  sin  no  more. 

%m  l.  m. 

1  /~\H !  for  a  glance  of  heavenly  day, 
\J  To  take  this  stubborn  heart  away  } 
And  thaw,  with  beams  of  love  divine, 
This  heart,  this  frozen  heart  of  mine  ! 

2  The  rocks  can  rend ;  the  earth  can  quake ; 
The  seas  can  roar  ;  the  mountains  shake. 
Of  feeling  all  things  show  some  sign, 
But  this  unfeeling  heart  of  mine  ! 

3  To  hear  the  sorrows  thou  hast  felt, 
0  Lord,  an  adamant  would  melt: 
But  I  can  read  each  moving  line, 
And  nothing  moves  this  heart  of  mine, 

4  Thy  judgments,  too,  unmov'd  I  hear, 
(Amazing  thought!)  which  devils  fear; 
Goodness  and  wrath  in  vain  combine, 
To  stir  this  stupid  heart  of  mine. 

6  But  something  yet  can  do  the  deed, 
And  that  blest  something  much  I  need : 
Thy  Spirit  can  from  dross  refine, 
And  melt  and  change  this  heart  of  mine. 


PENITENTIAL.  161 

'208  7s,  6s,  &  1  8. 

1  "JT  AMB  of  God  for  sinners  slain, 

ft  A  To  thee  I  humbly  pray ; 
Heal  me  of  my  grief  and  pain, 

0  take  my  sins  away. 
From  this  bondage,  Lord,  release  ; 

No  longer  let  me  be  opprest; 
Jesus,  Master,  seal  my  peace, 

And  take  me  to  thy  breast ! 

2  Wilt  thou  cast  a  sinner  out, 

Who  humbly  comes  to  thee  ? 
No,  my  God,  I  cannot  doubt, 

Thy  mercy  is  for  me : 
Let  me  then  obtain  the  grace, 

And  be  of  paradise  possest  : 
Jesus,  Master,  seal  my  peace, 

And  take  me  to  thy  breast ! 

«3  Worldly  good  I  do  not  want : 

Be  that  to  others  given : 
Only  for  thy  love  I  pant ; 

My  all  in  earth  or  heaven  ; 
This  is  the  crown  I  fain  would  seize, 

The  good  wherewith  I  would  be  blest : 
Jesus,  Master,  seal  my  peace, 

And  take  me  to  thy  breast ! 

4  This  delight  I  fain  would  prove, 
And  then  resign  my  breath  ! 
Join  the  happy  few  whose  love 

Was  mightier  than  death ! 
Let  it  not  my  Lord  displease, 

That  I  would  die  to  be  thy  guest ! 
•Jesus,  Master,  seal  my  peace, 
And  take  me  to  thy  breast ! 
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162  PENITENTIAL. 

209  S.  M. 

H !  whither  should  I  go, 


>A] 


Burden' d,  and  sick,  and  faint! 
To  whom  should  I  my  troubles  show, 
And  pour  out  my  complaint  ? 

2  My  Saviour  bids  me  come, 

Ah  !  why  do  I  delay  ? 
He  calls  the  weary  sinner  home, 
And  yet  from  him  I  stay  ! 

3  What  is  it  keeps  me  back 

From  which  I  cannot  part  ? 
Which  will  not  let  the  Saviour  take 
Possession  of  my  heart? 

4  Some  cursed  thing  unknown 

Must  surely  lurk  within ; 
Some  idol  which  I  will  not  own, 
Some  secret  bosom-sin. 

5  Jesus,  the  hind'rance  show, 

Which  I  have  fear'd  to  see ; 
And  let  me  now  consent  to  know, 
What  keeps  me  back  from  thee. 

6  Searcher  of  hearts,  in  mine 

Thy  trying  power  display  ; 
Into  its  darkest  corners  shine, 
And  take  the  veil  away. 

7  I  now  believe  in  thee, 

Compassion  reigns  alone ; 
According  to  my  faith,  to  me 
0  let  it,  Lord,  be  done ! 

8  In  me  is  all  the  bar 

Which  thou  wouldst  fain  remove  ; 
Remove  it,  and  I  shall  declare 
That  God  is  only  love. 


PENITENTIAL.  163 

21©  C.  M. 

1  T  ORB,  how  secure  my  conscience  was, 
-l-J  And  felt  no  inward  dread  ! 

I  was  alive  without  the  law, 

And  thought  rny  sins  were  dead. 

2  My  hopes  of  heaven  were  firm  and  brightj 

But  since  the  precept  came 
With  a  convicting  power  and  light, 

I  find  how  vile  I  am. 
8  My  guilt  appear  d  but  small  before, 

Till  terribly  I  saw 
How  perfect,  holy,  just,  and  pure, 

Is  thy  eternal  law. 

4  Then  felt  my  soul  the  heavy  load  ; 

My  sins  revived  again  ; 
I  had  provoked  a  dreadful  God, 
And  all  my  hopes  were  slain. 

5  My  God,  I  cry  with  every  breath 

For  some  kind  power  to  save ; 
To  break  the  bonds  of  sin  and  death, 
And  thus  redeem  the  slave. 

211  S.  M. 

1  1%/f'Y  former  hopes  are  fled, 
jyjL  My  terror  now  begins ; 
I  feel,  alas !  that  I  am  dead 

In  trespasses  and  sins. 

2  Ah,  whither  shall  I  fly  ? 

I  hear  the  thunder  roar ; 
The  law  proclaims  destruction  nigh. 
And  vengeance  at  the  door. 

3  When  I  review  my  ways, 

I  dread  impending  doom ; 


ltJ 


164  PENITENTIAL. 

But  sure  a  friendly  whisper  says, 
"Flee  from  the  wrath  to  come." 

4  I  See,  or  think  I  see, 

A  glimm'ring  from  afar; 
A  beam  of  day  that  shines  for  me. 
To  sate  me  from  despair. 

5  Forerunner  of  the  sun, 

It  marks  the  pilgrim's  way; 
I'll  gaze  upon  it  while  I  run, 
And  watch  the  rising  day. 

S13  S.  M. 

LOUD,  how  vile  am  I, 
Unholy  and  unclean ! 
How  can  I  dare  to  venture  nigh 
With  such  a  load  of  sin  ? 

2  Is  this  polluted  heart 

A  dwelling  fit  for  thee  ? 
Swarming,  alas,  in  every  part, 
What  evils  do  I  see  1 

8  If  I  attempt  to  pray, 

And  lisp  thy  holy  name, 
My  thoughts  are  hurried  soon  away, 
My  soul  is  put  to  shame. 

4  If  in  thy  word  I  look, 

Such  darkness  fills  my  mind, 
I  only  read  a  sealed  book, 
But  no  relief  can  find. 

6  And  must  I  then  indeed 

Sink  in  despair  and  die  ? 
Lord,  I  believe  that  thou  didst  bleed 
For  such  a  wretch  as  I, 


PENITENTIAL.  165 

6  Low  at  thy  feet  I  bow; 
Oh  pity  and  forgive ; 
Here  will  I  lie  and  wait  till  thou 
Shalt  "bid  me  rise  and  live. 

21 3  4  lines  7  s. 

1  CJ  OVEREIGN  Ruler,  Lord  of  all, 
k3  Prostrate  at  thy  feet  I  fall ; 
Hear,  oh  hear  the  sinner's  cry, 
Frown  not  lest  I  faint  and  die. 

2  Vilest  of  the  sons  of  men, 
"Worst  of  rebels  I  have  been ; 
Oft  abus'd  thee  to  thy  face, 
Trampled  on  thy  richest  grace. 

3  Justly  might  thy  vengeful  dart 
Pierce  this  bleeding  broken  heart; 
Justly  might  thy  kindled  ire 
Blast  me  in  eternal  fire. 

4  But  with  thee  there's  mercy  found, 
Balm  to  heal  my  every  wound  ; 
Soothe,  oh  soothe  the  troubled  breast, 
Give  the  weary  wanderer  rest. 

214  C  M. 

1  "IJ^TITH  tears  of  anguish  I  lament, 

YT     Here  at  thy  feet,  my  God, 
My  passion,  pride,  and  discontent, 
And  vile  ingratitude. 

2  Sure  there  was  ne'er  a  heart  so  base, 

So  false  as  mine  has  been ; 
So  faithless  to  its  promises, 
So  prone  to  every  sin. 
8  How  long,  dear  Saviour,  shall  I  feel 
These  struggles  in  my  breast  ? 


166  PENITENTIAL. 

When  wilt  thou  bow  my  stubborn  will, 
And  give  my  conscience  rest? 

4  Break,  sovereign  grace,  oh  break  the 
charm, 
And  set  the  captive  free: 
Reveal,  Almighty  God,  thy  arm, 
And  haste  to  rescue  me. 

215  C.  M. 

1  "OHYSTCIAN  of  the  sin-sick  soul, 
JtT  To  thee  I  bring  my  case ; 

My  raging  malady  control, 
And  heal  me  by  thy  grace. 

2  I  would  disclose  my  whole  complaint ; 

But  where  shall  I  begin  ? 
No  words  of  mine  can  fully  paint 
That  worst  distemper — sin. 

3  Pity  the  anguish  I  endure, 

And  save  by  power  divine ; 
For  never  can  I  find  a  cure 
From  any  hand  but  thine. 

4  Thou  great  Physician,  hear  my  cry, 

And  set  my  spirit  free  ; 
Thou  wilt  not  let  the  sinner  die, 
Who  longs  to  live  to  thee. 

216  S.  M. 


aB 


ESIDE  the  Gospel  pool, 
Appointed  for  the  poor, 
From  year  to  year  a  sinful  soul 
Had  waited  for  a  cure. 


2  The  voiee  of  one  unknown, 
Advancing  where  he  lay, 


PFNITENTIAL.  167 

Bespoke  him  in  a  gentle  tone, 
And  thus  it  seem'd  to  say: 

3  "Poor,  sinful,  dying  soul, 

Why  linger  here  and  die  ? 
Only  consent  to  be  made  whole, 
You  need  no  longer  lie. 

4  The  Saviour,  passing  by, 

Well  knows  your  sinking  state, 
And  while  the  Saviour  is  so  nigh, 
The  sinner  need  not  wait." 

5  That  voice  dispell' d  the  charm, 

His  fatal  slumbers  broke  ; 
He  saw  his  sins  with  fresh  alarm, 
And  fear'd  the  vengeful  stroke. 

6  Unable  to  endure, 

He  call'd  for  aid  divine — 
The  great  Physician  wrought  the  cure ; 
That  guilty  soul  was  mine. 

aiv  c.  m. 

1  A  PPROACH,  my  soul,  the  mercy-seat, 
J\_  Where  Jesus  answers  prayer; 
There  humbly  fall  before  his  feet, 

For  none  can  perish  there. 

2  Thy  promise  is  my  only  plea, 

With  this  I  venture  nigh  ; 
Thou  callest  burden'd  souls  to  thee, 
And  such,  0  Lord,  am  I. 

3  Bow'd  down  beneath  a  load  of  sin, 

By  Satan  sorely  press'd  ; 
By  war  without,  and  fears  within, 
I  come  to  thee  for  rest. 


168  PENITENTIAL. 

4  Be  thou  my  shield  and  hiding  place,-. 

That,  shelter' d  near  thy  side, 
I  may  my  fierce  accuser  face, 
And  tell  him  "thou  hast  died." 

5  0  wondrous  love !  to  bleed  and  die,. 

To  bear  the  cross  and  shame  ; 
That  guilty  sinners,  such  as  I, 
Might  plead  thy  gracious  name. 

6  "Poor  tempest-tossed  soul  be  stilly 

My  promis'd  grace  receive;" 
'Tis  Jesus  speaks,  I  must..  I  will, 
I  can,  I  do  believe. 

21§  S.  M. 

1  A  ND  wilt  thou  yet  be  found, 
J\_  And  may  I  still  draw  near  ? 
Then  listen  to  the  plaintive  sound,. 

Of  a  poor  sinner's  pray'r. 

2  Jesus,  thine  aid  afford, 

If  still  the  same  thou  art, 
To  thee  I  look,  to  thee  my  Lord! 
Lift  up  a  helpless  heart. 

3  Thou  seest  my  troubled  breast, 

The  stragglings  of  my  will, 
The  foes  that  interrupt  my  rest, 
The  agonies  I  feel. 

4  The  daily  death  I  prove, 

Saviour,  to  thee  is  known : 
'Tis  worse  than  death  my  God  to  love,. 
And  not  my  God  alone. 

5  Oh,  my  offended  Lord, 

Restore  my  inward  peace  ;. 


PENITENTIAL.  169 

I  know  thou  canst :  pronounce  the  word,. 
And  bid  the  tempest  cease. 

6  I  long  to  see  thy  face, 
Thy  Spirit  I  implore, 
The  living  water  of  thy  grace, 
That  I  may  thirst  no  more. 

219  L.  M. 

The  sinner's  only  hope. 

1  lOTTHEREWITH,  0  Lord,  shall  I  draw 

yl  near, 

And  bow  myself  before  thy  face  ? 
How  in  thy  purer  eyes  appear  ? 

"What  shall  I  bring  to  gain  thy  grace  ? 

2  Will  gifts  delight  the  Lord  Most  High  ? 

Will  multiplied  oblations  please  ? 
Thousands  of  rams  his  favor  buy, 
Or  slaughter' d  hecatombs  appease  ? 

8  Can  these  avert  the  wrath  of  God  ? 

Can  these  wash  out  my  guilty  stain  ? 
Rivers  of  oil,  and  seas  of  blood, 
Alas !  they  all  must  flow  in  vain. 

4  Who  would  himself  to  thee  approve, 

Must  take  the  path  thyself  hast  show'd; 
Justice  pursue,  and  mercy  love, 

And  humbly  walk  by  faith  with  God. 

5  But  though  my  life  henceforth  be  thine,, 

Present  for  past  can  ne'er  atone  : 
Though  I  to  thee  the  whole  resign, 
I  only  give  thee  back  thine  own. 

6  Guilty  I  stand  before  thy  face  ; 

On  me  I  feel  thy  wrath  abide  ; 


170  PENITENTIAL. 

JTis  just  the  sentence  should  take  place ; 
'Tis  just,— but  0,  thy  Son  hath  died ! 

22©  P.  M.  4  lines  8s. 

The  Rock  that  is  higher  than  I. 

1  XJ1  NCOMPASS'D  with  clouds  of  distress, 
Jji   And  ready  all  hope  to  resign, 

I  long  for  thy  light  and  thy  grace  : 
0  God,  will  they  never  be  mine  ? 

2  If  sometimes  I  strive,  as  I  mourn, 

My  hold  on  thy  promise  to  keep, 
The  billows  more  fiercely  return, 
And  plunge  me  again  in  the  deep. 

3  Appear,  and  my  sorrow  shall  cease  ; 

The  blood  of  atonement  apply ; 
And  lead  me  to  Jesus  for  peace, 
The  Rock  that  is  higher  than  I. 

4  0  enter  this  desolate  heart, — 

Then  rule  o'er  the  heart  thou  hast  won; 
Nor  again  in  thine  anger  depart, 
But  make  it  forever  thy  throne. 

221  C.  M. 

Timely  penitence. 

1  ■W^THEN  rising  from  the  bed  of  death, 

?  T     O'erwhelm'd  with  guilt  and  fear, 
I  view  my  Maker  face  to  face, — 
0  how  shall  I  appear  ? 

2  If  yet,  while  pardon  may  be  found, 

And  mercy  may  be  sought, 
My  soul  with  inward  horror  shrinks, 
And  trembles  at  the  thought  : 


PENITENTIAL.  171 

3  When  thou,  0  Lord,  shalt  stand  disclosed 

In  majesty  severe, 
And  sit  in  judgment  on  my  soul, — 
0  how  shall  I  appear  ? 

4  0  may  my  broken,  contrite  heart, 

Timely  my  sins  lament; 
And  early,  with  repentant  tears, 
Eternal  woe  prevent. 

5  Behold  the  sorrows  of  my  heart, 

Ere  yet  it  be  too  late ; 
And  hear  my  Saviour's  dying  groan, 
To  give  those  sorrows  weight. 

6  For  never  shall  my  soul  despair 

Her  pardon  to  secure, 
Who  knows  thine  only  Son  hath  died 
To  make  that  pardon  sure. 

222  L.  M. 

Shut  up  in  unbelief. 

1  "I"  IGHT  of  the  Gentile  world,  appear  ; 
3lA  Command  the  blind  thy  rays  to  see  : 
Our  darkness  chase,  our  sorrows  cheer, 

And  set  the  plaintive  pris'ner  free. 

2  Me,  me,  who  still  in  darkness  sit, 

Shut  up  in  sin  and  unbelief, 
Deliver  from  this  gloomy  pit, — 
This  dungeon  of  despairing  grief. 

3  Open  mine  eyes  the  Lamb  to  know, 

Who  bears  the  gen'ral  sin  away; 
And  to  my  ransom' d  spirit  show 
The  glories  of  eternal  day. 


172  PENITENTIAL. 

223  L.  M. 

Seeking  deliverance  and  resL 

1  A  WAKED  from  sin's  delusive  sleep, 
XX  My  heavy  guilt  I  feel,  and  weep  : 
Beneath  a  weight  of  woes  oppress' d, 

I  come  to  thee,  my  Lord,  for  rest. 

2  Now,  from  thy  throne  of  grace  above, 
Look  down  upon  my  soul  in  love  ; — 
That  smiles  shall  sweeten  all  my  pain, 
And  make  my  soul  rejoice  again. 

8  By  thy  divine,  transforming  power, 
My  ruin'd  nature  now  restore  ; 
And  let  my  life  and  temper  shine, 
In  blest  resemblance,  Lord,  to  thine. 

224  C.  M. 

Prisoner  of  hope. 

1  T  ET  the  Redeem' d  give  thanks  &  praise 
JLj  To  a  forgiving  God ; 

My  feeble  voice  I  cannot  raise, 
Till  wash'd  in  Jesus'  blood: 

2  Till,  at  thy  coming  from  above, 

My  mountain  sin  depart, 
And  fear  give  place  to  filial  love, 
And  peace  o'erflow  my  heart. 

3  Pris'ner  of  hope,  I  still  attend 

Th'  appearance  of  my  Lord, 
These  endless  doubts  and  fears  to  end, 
And  speak  my  soul  restored : — 

4  Restored  by  reconciling  grace  ; 

With  present  pardon  blest ; 


PENITENTIAL.  173 

And  fitted  by  true  holiness 
For  my  eternal  rest, 

5  The  peace  which  man  can  ne'er  conceive, 

The  love  and  joy  unknown, 
Now,  Father,  to  thy  servant  give, 
And  claim  me  for  thine  own, 

6  My  God,  in  Jesus  pacified, 

My  God,  thyself  declare  ; 
And  draw  me  to  his  open  side, 
And  plunge  the  sinner  there* 

225  C.  M. 

The  Sun  of  righteousness* 
SUN  of  righteousness,  arise 


0 


With  healing  in  thy  wing ; 
To  my  diseased,  my  fainting  soul, 
Life  and  salvation  bring. 

2  These  clouds  of  pride  and  sin  dispel. 

By  thy  all-piercing  beam : 
Lighten  mine  eyes  with  faith;  my  heart 
With  holy  hope  inflame. 

3  My  mind,  by  thy  all-quick' ning  power, 

From  low  desires  set  free  ; 
Unite  my  scatter'd  thoughts,  and  fix 
My  love  entire  on  thee. 

4  Father,  thy  long-lost  son  receive  : 

Saviour,  thy  purchase  own ; 
Blest  Comforter,  with  peace  and  joy 
Thy  new-made  creature  crown. 

5  Eternal,  undivided  Lord, 

Co-equal  One  in  Three,-— 
On  thee  all  faith,  all  hope  be  placed  ) 
All  love  be  paid  to  thee. 


174  PENITENTIAL. 

226  C.  M. 

Humble  and  earnest  entreaties . 

1  "FIT EAR,  gracious  God,  my  humble  prayer; 
XI  To  thee  I  breathe  my  sighs  ; 

When  will  the  cheering  morn  appear  ? 
And  when  my  joys  arise  ? 

2  My  God  !  0  could  I  make  the  claim — • 

My  Father,  and  my  Friend ; 
And  call  thee  mine,  by  every  name 

On  which  thy  saints  depend  ; — 
8  By  every  name  of  power  and  love, 

I  would  thy  grace  entreat; 
Nor  should  my  humble  hopes  remove, 

Nor  leave  thy  mercy-seat. 

4  Yet,  though  my  soul  in  darkness  mourns, 

Thy  word  is  all  my  stay ; 
Here  would  I  rest  till  light  returns  : 
Thy  presence  makes  my  day. 

5  Speak,  Lord,  and  bid  celestial  peace 

Relieve  my  aching  heart ; 
0  make  my  heavy  sorrows  cease, 
And  all  the  gloom  depart. 

6  Then  shall  my  drooping  spirit  rise, 

And  bless  thy  healing  rays ; 
And  change  these  deep,  complaining  sighs, 
For  songs  of  sacred  praise. 

227  C.  M. 
Knocking  at  the  door  of  mercy. 

1   1"  OB,D,  at  thy  feet  we  sinners  lie, 
iJ  And  knock  at  mercy's  door; 
With  heavy  heart,  and  downcast  eye, 
Thy  favor  we  implore. 


PENITENTIAL.  175 

2  Without  thy  grace,  we  sink  oppress' d, 

Down  to  the  gates  of  hell ; 
0  give  our  troubled  spirits-  rest, — 
Our  gloomy  fears  dispel. 

3  'Tis  mercy,  mercy,  now  we  plead  ; 

Let  thy  compassion  move  , 
Mercy,  that  led  thee  once  to  bleed, 
In  tenderness  and  love. 

4  In  mercy,  now,  for  Jesus'  sake, 

0  God,  our  sins  forgive ; 
Thy  grace  our  stubborn  hearts  can  break, 
And,  breaking,  bid  us  live. 

228  L.  M. 

The  sacrifice  of  a  broken  heart. 

1  mHOUGH   I  have   grieved  thy  Spirit, 

JL  Lord, 

Thy  help  and  comfort  still  afford  ; 
And  let  a  wretch  come  near  thy  throne, 
To  plead  the  merits  of  thy  Son. 

2  A  broken  heart,  my  God,  my  King, 
Is  all  the  sacrifice  I  bring ; 

Thou  God  of  grace,  wilt  thou  despise 
A  broken  heart  for  sacrifice  ? 

3  My  soul  lies  humbled  in  the  dust, 
And  owns  the  dreadful  sentence  just : 
Look  down,  0  Lord,  with  pitying  eye, 
And  save  a  soul  condemn' d  to  die. 

229  S.  M. 

Waiting  at  the  cross. 


aF 


ATHER,  I  dare  believe 
Thee  merciful  and  true  : 


176  JUSTIFICATION 

Thou  wilt  my  guilty  soul  forgive, — 
My  fallen  soul  renew. 

2  Come,  then,  for  Jesus'  sake, 

And  bid  my  heart  be  clean  ; 
An  end  of  all  my  troubles  make, — 
An  end  of  all  my  sin. 

3  I  cannot  wash  my  heart, 

But  by  believing  thee, 
And  waiting  for  thy  blood  t'  impart 
The  spotless  purity. 

4  While  at  thy  cross  I  lie, 

Jesus,  the  grace  bestow ; 
Now  thy  all-cleansing  blood  apply, 
And  I  am  white  as  snow, 


JUSTIFICATION  BY  FAITH, 

1  A   UTHOR  -of  faith,  eternal  Word, 

_£X  Whose   Spirit   breathes   the   active 

flams, 
Faith,  like  its  finisher  and  Lord, 
To-day,  as  yesterday,  the  same : 

2  To  thee  our  humble  hearts  aspire, 
And  ask  the  gift  unspeakable  ; 
Increase  in  us  the  kindled  fire, 
In  us  the  work  of  faith  fulfill. 

3  By  faith  we  know  thee  strong  to  save, 
(Save  us,  a  present  Saviour  thou!) 
Whate'er  we  hope,  by  faith  we  have$ 
Future  and  past  subsisting  now. 


BY   FAITH.  177 

Ji  "To  Mm  that  in  thy  name  believes, 
Eternal  life  with  thee  is  given, 
Into  himself  he  all  receives, 
Pardon,  and  holiness,  and  heaven. 

5  The  things  unknown  to  feeble  sense, 
Unseen  by  reason's  glimm'ring  ray, 
With  strong  commanding  evidence, 
Their  heavenly  origin  display. 

6  Faith  lends  its  realizing  light, 

The  elouds  disperse,  the  shadows  fly, 
Th'  invisible  appears  in  sight, 
And  God  is  seen  by  mortal  eye. 

•&&i  8  lines  8s. 

1   rglHE  moment  a  sinner  believes, 
JL     And  trusts  in  his  crucified  Lord, 
His  pardon  at  once  he  receives — 

Redemption  in  full  through  his  blood. 
The  faith  that  unites  to  the  Lamb, 

And  brings  such  salvation  as  this, 
Is  more  than  mere  fancy,  or  name — 
The  work  of  God's  Spirit  it  is. 
"2  It  treads  on  the  world  and  on  hell, 
It  vanquishes  death  and  despair ; 
And,  what  is  still  stranger  to  tell — 

It  overcomes  heaven  bypray'r; 
Permits  a  vile  worm  of  the  dust, 

With  God  to  commune  as  a  friend ; 
His  promise  of  mercy  to  trust, 
And  look  for  his  love  to  the  end. 
•'3  It  says  to  the  mountains,  "Depart," 

That  stand  between  God  and  the  soul ; 
lit  binds  up  the  broken  in  heart, 

The  wounded  in  -spirit  makes  whole : 
12 


178  JUSTIFICATION 

Bids  sins  of  a  crimson-like  die, 

Be  spotless  as  snow,  and  as  white  ; 

And  raises  the  sinner  on  high, 

To  dwell  with  the  angels  of  light.  ; 

232  C.  M. 

1  ~|7*AITH   adds   new    charms    to   earthly 
JT  bliss, 

And  saves  me  from  its  snares ; 
Its  aid  in  every  duty  brings, 
And  softens  all  my  cares. 

2  Extinguishes  the  thirst  for  sins, 

And  lights  the  sacred  fire 
Of  love  to  God  and  heavenly  things, 
And  feeds  the  pure  desire. 

3  The  wounded  conscience  knows  its  power, 

The  healing  balm  to  give ; 
That  balm  the  saddest  heart  can  cheer, 
And  make  the  dying  live. 

4  Wide  it  unveils  celestial  worlds, 

Where  deathless  pleasures  reign, 
And  bids  me  seek  my  portion  there, 
Nor  bids  me  seek  in  vain. 

233  C.  M. 

1  TOAITH  is  the  brightest  evidence 

IT    Of  things  beyond  our  sight ; 
Breaks  through  the  clouds  of  flesh  and 
sense, 
And  dwells  in  heavenly  light. 

2  It  sets  times  past  in  present  view, 

Brings  distant  prospects  home — 
Of  things  a  thousand  years  ago, 
Or  thousand  years  to  come. 


BY   FAITH.  179 

3  By  faith,  we  know,  the  worlds  were  made, 

By  God's  almighty  word; 
Abram  to  unknown  countries  led, 
By  faith  obey'd  the  Lord. 

4  He  sought  a  city  fair  and  high, 

Built  by  th'  eternal  hands; 
And  faith  assures  us,  though  we  die, 
That  heavenly  building  stands. 

234  C.  M. 

1  ~J^/|"ISTAKEN  souls  that  dream  of  heaven' 
JjtJt    And  make  their  empty  boast 

Of  inward  joys  and  sins  forgiven, 
While  they  are  slaves  to  lust. 

2  Vain  are  our  fancy's  airy  flights, 

If  faith  be  cold  and  dead  : 

None  but  a  living  power  unites 

To  Christ,  the  living  Head. 

3  'Tis  faith  that  changes  all  the  heart; 

'Tis  faith  that  works  by  love ; 

That  bids  all  sinful  joys  depart, 

And  lifts  the  thoughts  above. 

4  'Tis  faith  that  conquers  earth  and  hell 

By  a  celestial  power ; 
This  is  the  grace  that  shall  prevail 
In  the  decisive  hour. 

235  L.  M. 

1  "f"ESTTS,  whose  glory's  streaming  rays, 
&!    Though  duteous  to  thy  high  command! 
Not  seraphs  view  with  open  face, 

But  veil'd  before  thy  presence  stand! 

2  How  shall  weak  eyes  of  flesh,  weigh'd  down 

With  sin,  and  dim  with  error's  night, 


180  JUSTIFICATION 

Dare  to  behold  thy  awful  throne, 
Or  view  thy  unapproached  light? 

3  Restore  my  sight !  let  thy  free  grace 

An  entrance  to  the  holiest  give  ! 
Open  mine  eyes  of  faith  !  thy  face 
So  shall  I  see  :  yet  seeing  live. 

4  The  golden  sceptre  from  above 

Reach  forth;  see  my  whole  heart  I  bow; 
Say  to  my  soul,  "Thou  art  my  love, 
My  chosen  'midst  ten  thousand  thou?" 

5  0  Jesus,  full  of  grace !  the  sighs 

Of  a  sick  heart  with  pity  view  ! 
Hark,  how  my  silence  speaks — and  cries, 
"Mercy,  thou  God  of  mercy,  show  I" 

6  I  know  thou  canst  not  but  be  good ; 

How  shouldst  thou,  Lord,  thy  grace  re- 
strain, 
Thou,  Lord,  whose  blood  so  freely  flow'd, 
To  save  me  from  all  guilt  and  pain  ? 

7  By  faith  I  to  the  fountain  fly, 

Open'd  for  all  mankind  and  me, 
To  purge  my  sins  of  deepest  dye, 
My  life  and  heart's  impurity  : 

8  From  Christ,  the  smitten  Rock,  it  flows, 

The  purple  and  the  crystal  stream ; 
Pardon  and  holiness  bestows, 

And  both  I  gain  through  faith  in  him. 

S36  4  6s.  &  2  8s. 

1     A  RISE,  my  soul,  arise, 
_Q_  Shake  off  thy  guilty  fears, 
The  bleeding  Sacrifice 
In  my  behalf  appears ; 


BY   FAITH.  181 

Before  the  tlirone  my  Surety  stands, 
My  name  is  written  on  his  hands. 

2  He  ever  lives  above, 
For  me  to  intercede  ; 
His  all-redeeming  love, 

His  precious  blood  to  plead ; 
His  blood  aton'd  for  all  our  race, 
And  sprinkles  now  the  throne  of  grace. 

3  Five  bleeding  wounds  he  bears, 
Receiv'd  on  Calvary ! 

They  pour  effectual  pray'rs, 

They  strongly  speak  for  me : 
Forgive  him,  0  forgive,  they  cry, 
Nor  let  that  ransom' d  sinner  die  ! 

4  The  Father  hears  him  pray, 
His  dear  anointed  One  : 
He  cannot  turn  away 

The  presence  of  his  Son  : 
His  spirit  answers  to  the  blood, 
And  tells  me  I  am  born  of  God. 

5  My  God  is  reconcil'd, 

His  pard'ning  voice  I  hear: 

He  owns  me  for  his  child, 

I  can  no  longer  fear ; 
With  confidence  I  now  draw  nigh, 
And  Father,  Abba,  Father,  cry. 

237  C.  M. 

1  ~|~  ASK  the  gift  of  righteousness, 
JL  The  sin-subduing  power; 
Power  to  believe  and  go  in  peace, 

And  never  grieve  Thee  more. 

2  I  ask  the  blood-bought  pardon  seal'd, 

The  liberty  from  sin, 


182  JUSTIFICATION 

The  grace  infus'd,  the  love  reveal1  d, 
The  kingdom  fixt  within. 

3  Thou  hear'st  me  for  salvation  pray; 

Thou. seest  my  heart's  desire; 
Make  ready  in  thy  powerful  day, 
Thy  fullness  I  require. 

4  My  vehement  soul  cries  out,  opprest, 

Impatient  to  be  freed ! 
Nor  can  I,  Lord,  nor  will  I  rest, 
Till  I  am  sav'd  indeed. 

5  Art  thou  not  able  to  convert  ? 

Art  thou  not  willing  too  ? 
To  change  this  old  rebellious  heart, 
To  conquer  and  renew? 

6  Thou  canst,  thou  wilt,  I  dare  believe, 

So  arm  me  with  thy  power, 
That  I  to  sin  may  never  cleave, 
May  never  feel  it  more. 

23S  C.  M, 


1  rip] 


Dwell  in  the  blissful  sound  ! 
Its  influence  every  fear  disarms, 
And  spreads  sweet  peace  around. 

2  Here  pardon,  life,  and  joys  divine, 

In  rich  effusion  flow, 
For  guilty  rebels,  lost  in  sin, 
And  doom'd  to  endless  woe. 

3  0,  the  rich  depths  of  love  divine, 

Of  bliss,  a  boundless  store ; 
Dear  Saviour,  let  me  call  thee  mine, 
I  cannot  wish  for  more. 


BY  FAITH.  183 

4  On  thee  alone  my  hope  relies, 
Beneath  the  cross  I  fall; 
My  Lord,  my  Life,  my  Sacrifice, 
My  Saviour  and  my  All. 

239  C.  M. 

1  JTH  HEAT  God  !  to  me  the  sight  afford, 
\J  To  him  of  old  allow'd  ; 

And  let  my  faith  behold  its  Lord, 
Descending  in  a  cloud ! 

2  In  that  revealing  Spirit  come  down, 

Thine  attributes  proclaim, 
And  to  my  inmost  soul  make  known 
The  glories  of  thy  name. 

3  Jehovah,  Christ,  I  thee  adore, 

Who  gav'st  my  soul  to  be ! 
Fountain  of  being  and  of  power, 
And  great  in  majesty. 

4  The  Lord,  the  mighty  God  thou  art, 

But  let  me  rather  prove, 
That  name  inspoken  to  my  heart, 
That  fav'rite  name  of  Love. 

5  Merciful  God,  thyself  proclaim 

In  this  polluted  breast ; 
Mercy  is  thy  distinguish'  d  name, 
And  suits  the  sinner  best. 

6  Our  mis'ry  doth  for  pity  call, 

Our  sin  implores  thy  grace  ; 
And  thou  art  merciful  to  all 
Our  lost,  apostate  race. 
24©  L.  M. 

1  "TVTOT  by  the  law  of  innocence 

J3I    Can  Adam's  sons  arrive  at  heaven; 


1S4  JUSTIFICATION" 

New  works  can  give  us  no  pretence 
To  have  our  ancient  sins  forgiven. 

2  Not  the  best  deeds  that  we  have  done, 
Can  make  a  wounded  conscience  whole  V 
Faith  is  the  grace, — and  faith  alone, 
That  flies  to  Christ,  and  saves  the  soul. 

3  Lord,  I  believe  thy  heavenly  word  ! 
Fain  would  I  have  my  soul  renew'd: 
I  mourn  for  sin,  and  trust  the  Lord 
To  have  it  pardon' d  and  subdu'd. 

4  0  may  thy  grace  its  power  display ! 
Let  guilt  and  death  no  longer  reign  ;.. 
Save  me  in  thine  appointed  way, 
Nor  let  my  humble  faith  be  vain ! 

241  8  lines  7s.  &  6s. 

1  t¥OW  lost  was  my  condition, 
JO.  Till  Jesus  made  me  whole !. 
There  is  but  one  Physician, 

Can  cure  a  sin-sick  soul ! 
The  worst  of  all  diseases, 

Is  light  eompar'd  with  sin, 
On  every  part  it  seizes, 

But  rages  most  within. 

2  From  men  great  skill  professing,. 

I  thought  a  cure  to  gain ; 
But  this  prov'd  more  distressing,. 

And  added  to>my  pain — 
Some  said  that  nothing  ail?d  mer 

Some  gave  me  up  for  lost; 
Thus  every  refuge  fail'd  me, 

And  all  my  hopes  were  cross' cL 

3  At  length  this  great  Physician — 

How  matchless  is  his  grace,  I. 


BY   FAITH.  185 

Accepted  my  petition, 

And  undertook  my  case — 
Next  door  to  death  he  found  me, 

And  snatch' d  me  from  the  grave, 
To  tell  to  all  around  me, 

His  wondrous  power  to  save. 

4  A  slain,  but  risen  Jesus, 

Seen  by  the  eye  of  faith, 
At  once  from  danger  frees  us, 

And  saves  the  soul  from  death. 
Come  then  to  this  Physician, 

His  help  he'll  freely  give, 
He  makes  no  hard  condition, 

'Tis  only — look — and  live. 

242  S;  M. 

1  jf\ !  blessed  souls  are  they, 

XJ  Whose  sins  are  cover' d  o'er; 
Divinely  bless' d,  to  whom  the  Lord 
Imputes  their  guilt  no  more. 

2  They  mourn  their  follies  past, 

And  keep  their  hearts  with  care ; 
Their  lips  and  lives,  without  deceit. 
Shall  prove  their  faith  sincere. 

3  While  I  conceal' d  my  guilt, 

I  felt  the  fest'ring  wound  ; 
Till  I  confess' d  my  sins  to  theer 
And  ready  pardon  found. 

4  Let  sinners  learn  to  pray  ; 

Let  saints  keep  near  the  throne : 
Our  help,  in  times  of  deep  distress, 
Is  found  in  God  alone. 


186  JUSTIFICATION 

243  C.  M. 

1  TTAPPY  the  man  to  whom  his  God 
JH.  No  more  imputes  his  sin ; 
But,  wash'd  in  the  Redeemer's  blood, 

Hath  made  his  garments  clean. 

2  Happy,  beyond  expression,  he 

Whose  debts  are  thus  discharg'd ; 
And  from  the  guilty  bondage  free, 
He  feels  his  soul  enlarg'd. 

3  His  spirit  hates  deceit  and  lies, 

His  words  are  all  sincere ; 
He  guards  his  heart,  he  guards  his  eyes, 
To  keep  his  conscience  clear. 

4  While  I  my  inward  guilt  suppress' d, 

No  quiet  could  I  find  ; 
Thy  wrath  lay  burning  in  my  breast, 
And  rack'd  my  tortur'd  mind. 

5  Then  I  confess' d  my  troubled  thoughts, 

My  secret  sins  reveal'd ; 
Thy  pard'ning  grace  forgave  my  faults, 
Thy  grace  my  pardon  seal'd. 

244  L.  M. 


B 


Whose  guilt  is  pardon'd  by  his  God; 
Whose  sins  with  sorrow  are  confess'd, 

And  cover' d  with  his  Saviour's  blood. 
Bless' d  is  the  man  to  whom  the  Lord 

Imputes  not  his  iniquities ; 
He  pleads  no  merit  of  reward, 

And  not  on  works,  but  grace  relies. 
From  guile  his  heart  and  lips  are  free ; 

His  humble  joy,  his  holy  fear, 


BY   FAITH.  187 

With  deep  repentance  well  agree, 
And  join  to  prove  his  faith  sincere. 
4  How  glorious  is  that  righteousness 
That  hides  and  cancels  all  his  sins ! 
"What  a  bright  evidence  of  grace 

Through  his  whole   life  appears   and 
shines. 

245  L.  M. 

The  Lord  our  righteousness. 

1  T  ET  not  the  wise  their  wisdom  boast, 
_i_J  The  mighty  glory  in  their  might; 
The  rich  in  flatt'ring  riches  trust, 

Which  take  their  everlasting  flight. 

2  The  rush  of  num'rous  years  bears  down  v 

The  most  gigantic  strength  of  man  : 
And  where  is  all  his  wisdom  gone, 
When,  dust,  he  turns  to  dust  again  ? 

3  One  only  gift  can  justify 

The  boasting  soul  that  knows  his  God  ; 
When  Jesus  doth  his  blood  apply, 
I  glory  in  his  sprinkled  blood. 

4  The  Lord  my  righteousness  I  praise, 

I  triumph  in  the  love  divine ; 
The  wisdom,  wealth,  and  strength  of  grace, 
In  Christ  to  endless  ages  mine. 

246  L.  M. 

Salvation  only  by  grace  through  faith. 

1  X^7E  have  no  outward  righteousness, 
T  T    No  merits  or  good  works,  to  plead  ; 
We  only  can  be  saved  by  grace  ; 
Thy  gi-ace,  0  Lord,  is  free  indeed. 


188  JUSTIFICATION 

2  Save  us  by  grace,  through  faith  alone, — 

A  faith  thou  must  thyself  impart : 
A  faith  that  would  by  works  be  shown, 
A  faith  that  purifies  the  heart : 

3  A  faith  that  doth  the  mountains  move, 

A  faith  that  shows  our  sins  forgiven, 
A  faith  that  sweetly  works  by  love, 
And  ascertains  our  claim  to  heaven. 

4  This  is  the  faith  we  humbly  seek, 

The  faith  in  thy  all-cleansing  blood ; 
That  faith  which  doth  for  sinners  speak. 
0  let  it  speak  us  up  to  God  ! 

24?  C.  M. 

Faith  counted  for  righteousness. 

1  ITjSATHER  of  Jesus  Christ,  my  Lord,— 
JC    My  Saviour,  and  my  Head, 

I  trust  in  thee,  whose  powerful  word 
Hath  raised  him  from  the  dead. 

2  Thou  know'st  for  my  offence  he  died, 

And  rose  again  for  me ; 
Fully  and  freely  justified, 
That  I  might  live  to  thee. 

3  0  God !  thy  record  I  believe, 

In  Abrah'm's  footsteps  tread; 
And  wait,  expecting  to  receive 
The  Christ,  the  promised  Seed. 

4  Faith  in  thy  power  thou  seest  I  have, 

For  thou  this  faith  hast  wrought ; 

Dead  souls  thou  callest  from  the  graver 

And  speakest  worlds  from  naught. 

5  Eternal  life  to  all  mankind 

Thou  hast  in  Jesus  given: 


BY   FAITH.  189 

And  all  who  seek,  in  Mm  shall  find 
The  happiness  of  heaven. 

248  C.  M. 

Continued. —  Victorious  faith. 

1  ¥N  hope,  against  all  human  hope, 
JL  Self-desp'rate,  I  believe,— 

Thy  quick' ning  word  shall  raise  me  up  ; 
Thou  wilt  thy  Spirit  give. 

2  The  thing  surpasses  all  my  thought ; 

But  faithful  is  my  Lord  : 
Through  unbelief  I  stagger  not, 
For  God  hath  spoke  the  word. 

3  Faith,  mighty  faith,-  the  promise  sees, 

And  looks  to  that  alone  ; 
Laughs  at  impossibilities, 

And  cries, — It  shall  be  done  ! 

4  To  thee  the  glory  of  thy  power 

And  faithfulness  I  give  ; 
I  shall  in  Christ,  at  that* glad  hour, 
And  Christ  in  me  shall  live. 

5  Obedient  faith,  that  waits  on  thee, 

Thou  never  wilt  reprove  ; 
But  thou  wilt  form  thy  Son  in  me, 
And  perfect  me  in  love. 

249  C.  M. 
This  is  life  eternal. 

1  nnHE  wisdom  own'd  by  all  thy  sons, 
JL    To  me,  0  God,  impart ; 
The  knowledge  of  the  holy  ones, — 

The  understanding  heart. 
Thy  name,  0  holy  Father,  tell 
To  one  who  would  believe  ; 


190  JUSTIFICATION 

To  me  thine  only  Son  reveal, — 
Thy  Holy  Spirit  give. 

2  'Tis  life  eternal  to  believe 

The  heavenly  Persons  mine : 
Father,  and  Son,  and  Spirit  give 

That  precious  faith  divine. 
A  Trinity  in  Unity 

My  soul  shall  then  adore  ; 
And  love,  and  praise,  and  worship  thee, 

Jehovah,  evermore. 

250  L.  M. 

The  riches  of  His  grace. 

1  ~\W[  HAT  am  I,  0  thou  glorious  God ! 

¥  V    And  what  my  father's  house  to  thee, 
That  thou  such  mercy  hast  bestow'd 
On  me,  the  vilest  reptile,  me  ? 

2  Me,  in  my  blood,  thy  love  pass'd  by, 

And  stopp'd  my  ruin  to  retrieve; 
Wept  o'er  my  soul  thy  pitying  eye; 

Thy  bowels  yearn' d,  and  sounded-Live! 

3  Dying,  I  heard  the  welcome  sound, 

Received  the  blessing  from  above, 
And  pardon  in  thy  mercy  found, 
Astonish' d  at  thy  boundless  love. 

4  Honor,  and  might,  and  thanks,  and  praise, 

I  render  to  my  pard'ning  God  ; 
Extol  the  riches  of  thy  grace, 

And  spread  thy  saving  name  abroad. 

5  I  magnify  thy  gracious  power, 

And  all  within  me  shouts  thy  Name : 
Thy  Name  let  every  soul  adore; 

Thy  power  let  every  tongue  proclaim. 


BY   FAITH.  191 

251  L.  M. 

Vows  remembered  and  renewed. 

1  f\  HAPPY  day  that  fix'd  my  choice 
\  /  On  thee,  my  Saviour  and  my  God  ! 
Well  may  this  glowing  heart  rejoice, 

And  tell  its  raptures  all  abroad. 

2  0  happy  bond,  that  seals  my  vows 

To  Him  who  merits  all  my  love ; 
Let  cheerful  anthems  fill  his  house, 
While  to  that  sacred  shrine  I  move. 

3  'Tis  done,  the  great  transaction's  done; 

I  am  my  Lord's,  and  he  is  mine  ; 
He  drew  me,  and  I  follow'd  on, 

Charm' d  to  confess  the  voice  divine. 

4  Now  rest,  my  long-divided  heart ; 

Fix'd  on  this  blissful  centre,  rest ; 
Nor  ever  from  thy  Lord  depart  : 
With  him  of  every  good  possess'd. 

5  High  Heaven,  that  heard  the  solemn  vow, 

That  vow  renew'd  shall  daily  hear, 
Till  in  life's  latest  hour  I  bow, 
And  bless  in  death  a  bond  so  dear. 

252  L.  M. 

The  healing  and  cleansing  fountain. 

1  T|Y  faith  I  to  the  fountain  fly, 
JO   Open'd  for  all  mankind  and  me, 
To  purge  my  sins  of  deepest  dye, — 

My  life  and  heart's  impurity. 

2  From  Christ,  the  smitten  Rock,  it  flows, 

The  purple  and  the  crystal  stream; 
Pardon  and  holiness  bestows, 

And  both  I  gain  through  faith  in  him. 


192  JUSTIFICATION 

253  L.  M. 

Faith  <i  substitute  for  vision. 

1  rpIS  by  the  faith  of  joys  to  come 

_L     We   walk   through  deserts   dark  as 

night: 
Till  we  arrive  at  heav'n  our  home, 

Faith  is  our  guide,  and  faith  our  light. 

2  The  want  of  sight  she  well  supplies; 

She  makes  the  pearly  gates  appear  ; 
Far  into  distant  worlds  she  pries, 
And  brings  eternal  glories  near. 

3  Cheerful  we  tread  the  desert  through, 

While  faith  inspires  a  heav'nly  ray, 

Though  lions  roar,  and  tempests  blow, 

And  rocks  and  dangers  fill  the  way. 

4  So  Abra'm,  by  divine  command, 

Left  his  own  house  to  walk  with  God  ; 
His  faith  beheld  the  promis'd  land, 
And  cheer' d  him  on  his  toilsome  road. 

254  S.  M. 

Lamb  of  God. 

1  "VfOT  all  the  blood  of  beasts, 
_l_^l    On  Jewish  altars  slain, 

Could  give  the  guilty  conscience  peace, 
Or  wash  away  the  stain. 

2  But  Christ,  the  heav'nly  Lamb, 

Takes  all  our  sins  away ; 
A  sacrifice  of  nobler  name, 
And  richer  blood  than  they. 

3  My  faith  would  lay  her  hand 

On  that  dear  head  of  thine — 


BY   FAITH.  193 

While  as  a  penitent  I  stand, 
And  there  confess  my  sin. 

4  My  soul  looks  hack  to  see 

The  burden  thou  didst  bear, 
When  hanging  on  the  cursed  tree, 
And  hopes  her  guilt  was  there. 

5  Believing,  we  rejoice 

To  see  the  curse  remove  ; 
We  bless  the  Lamb  with  cheerful  voice, 
And  sing  his  bleeding  love. 

255         P.  M.  8.  7.  8.  7.  8.  7.  8.  7. 
Christ  the  believers  all. 

1  "I-  AMB  of  God,  we  fall  before  thee, 

I  j  Humbly  trusting  in  thy  cross ; 
That  alone  be  all  our  glory, 
All  things  else  are  only  dross. 
Thee  we  own  a  perfect  Saviour, 
Only  source  of  all  that's  good. 
Ev'ry  grace  and  ev'ry  favor 
Come  to  us  through  Jesus'  blood. 

2  Jesus  gives  us  true  repentance, 
By  his  Spirit  sent  from  heav'n  ; 
Whispers  this  transporting  sentence, 
"Son,  thy  sins  are  all  forgiv'n." 
Faith  he  grants  us  to  believe  it, 
Grateful  hearts  his  love  to  prize  : 
Want  we  wisdom  ?  he  must  give  it ; 
Hearing  ears,  and  seeing  eyes. 

8  Jesus  gives  us  pure  affections, 
Wills  to  do  what  he  requires  ; 
Makes  us  follow  his  directions, 
And  what  he  commands — inspires. 
13 


194       JUSTIFICATION  BY   FAITBT. 

All  our  prayers,  and  all  our  praises-,. 
Rightly  offer' d  in  his-  name, 
He  that  dictates  them  is  Jesus  ; 
He  that  answers  is  the  same. 
256  C.  M. 

Justification  by  faith,  not  by  works. 

1  ~^7"AIN  are  the  hopes  the  sons  of  men 

J     On  their  own  works  have  built ; 
Their  hearts  by  nature  all  unclean, 
And  all  their  actions  guilt. 

2  Let  Jew  and  Gentile  stop  their  mouthy 

Without  a  murm'ring  word, 
And  the  whole  race  of  Adam  stand1 
Guilty  before  the  Lord. 

3  In  vain  we  ask  God's  righteous  law 

To  justify  us  now, 
Since  to  convince  and  to  condemn,- 
Is  all  the  law  can  do. 

4  Jesus,  how  glorious  is  thy  grace ! 

When  in  thy  name  we  trust, 
Our  faith  receives  a  righteousness 
That  makes  the  sinner  just. 
251  10s  &  lis. 

/  will  trust,  and  not  be  a/raid. 

1  "OEGONE  unbelief!  my  Saviour  is  near, 

I  1  And  for  my  relief,  will  surely  appear; 

By  pray'r  let  me  wrestle,  and  he  will  per- 
form ; 

With  Christ  in  the  vessel,  I  smile  at  the 
storm. 

2  Though  dark  be  my  way,  since  he  is  my 

guide, 
'Tis  mine  to  obey,  'tis  his  to  provide; 


REGENERATION.  195 

Though  cisterns  be  broken,  and  creatures 
all  fail, 

Tlie  word  he  has  spoken  shall  surely  pre- 
vail. 

His  love  in  time  past,  forbids  me  to  think 

He'll  leave  me  at  last  in  trouble  to  sink; 

Each  sweet  Ebenezer  I  have  in  review, 

Confirms  his  good  pleasure  to  help  me 
quite  through. 

Why  should  I  complain  of  want  or  distress, 

Temptation  or  pain?- — He  told  me  no  less  ; 

The  heirs  of  salvation,  I  know  from  his 
word, 

Through  much  tribulation  must  follow  their 
Lord. 

Since  all  that  I  meet  shall  work  for  my 
good, 

The  bitter  is  sweet,  the  med'cine  is  food ; 

Though  painful  at  present,  'twill  cease  be- 
fore long ; 

And  then,  0  how  pleasant  the  conqu'ror'a 
song. 


REGENERATION. 


258  C.  M. 

1  O  INNEtLS  !  this  solemn  truth  regard ! 
k3   Hear,  all  ye  sons  of  men ; 

For  Christ,  the  Saviour,  hath  declar'cl, 
"Ye  must  be  born  again." 

2  Whate'er  might  be  your  birth  or  bloody 

The  sinner's  boast  is  vain  ; 


196  REGENERATION. 

Thus  saith  the  glorious  Son  of  God, 
"Ye  must  he  horn  again." 

3  Our  nature's  totally  deprav'd, 

The  heart  a  sink  of  sin  ; 
"Without  a  change  we  can't  be  sav'd, 
"Ye  must  he  horn  again." 

4  That  which  is  horn  of  flesh  is  flesh, 

And  flesh  it  will  remain ; 
Then  marvel  not  that  Jesus  saith, 
"Ye  must  he  horn  again." 

6  Spirit  of  life  !  thy  grace  impart. 
And  breathe  on  sinners  slain : 
Bear  witness,  Lord,  with  every  heart, 
That  we  are  born  again. 

6  Dear  Saviour,  let  us  now  begin 
To  trust  and  love  thy  word  ; 
And,  by  forsaking  every  sin, 
Prove  we  are  born  of  God. 

259  P.  M.  8,  8,  6,  8,  8,  6. 

1  A  "WAKED  by  Sinai's  awful  sound, 
J\   My  soul  in  guilt  and  thrall  I  found, 

*      Expos' d  to  endless  woe  ; 
Eternal  truth  did  loud  proclaim, 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, 
Or  else  to  ruin  go. 

2  Amaz'd  I  stood,  but  could  not  tell, 
"Which  way  to  shun  the  gates  of  hell ; 

For  death  and  hell  drew  near. 
I  strove  indeed,  but  strove  in  vain — 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, 

Still  sounded  in  mine  ear. 


REGENERATION.  197 

3  When  to  the  law  I  trembling  fled, 
It  pour'd  its  curses  on  my  head; 

I  no  relief  could  find. 
This  fearful  truth  increas'd  my  pain, 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, 

O'erwhelm'd  my  tortur'd  mind. 

4  Again  did  Sinai's  thunders  roll, 
And  guilt  lay  heavy  on  my  soul, 

A  vast  oppressive  load  : 
Alas  !  I  read  and  saw  it  plain, 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, 

Or  feel  the  wrath  of  God. 

5  The  saints  I  heard  with  rapture  tell, 
How  Jesus  conquer'd  death  and  hell, 

And  broke  the  fowler's  snare: 
Yet  when  I  found  this  truth  remain  : 
The  sinner  must  be  born  again, 

I  sunk  in  deep  despair. 

6  But  while  I  thus  in  anguish  lay, 
Jesus  of  Naz'reth  pass'd  this  way, 

I  felt  his  pity  move. 
The  sinner  by  his  justice  slain 
Now  by  his  grace  is  born  again, 

And  sings  redeeming  love. 

7  To  heaven  the  joyful  tidings  flew, 
The  angels  tun'd  their  harps  anew, 

And  loftier  notes  did  raise  ; 
All  hail  the  Lamb  that  once  was  slain, 
Unnumber'd  millions  born  again, 

Will  shout  thy  endless  praise. 

26®  L.  M. 


1:A 


SSIST  my  soul,  my  heavenly  King, 
Thine  everlasting  love  to  sing  ; 


198  REGENERATION. 

And  joyful  spread  thy  praise  abroad, 
As  one  through  grace  that's  born  of  God. 

2  No,  it  was  not  the  will  of  man, 

My  soul's  new  heavenly  birth  began, 
Nor  will,  nor  power  of  flesh  and  blood, 
That  turn'd  my  heart  from  sin  to  God. 

3  Herein  let  self  be  all  abas' d, 

And  heavenly  love  alone  confess'd ; 
This  be  my  song  through  all  the  road, 
That  born  I  am,  and  born  of  God. 

4  0  may  this  love  my  soul  constrain, 
To  make  returns  of  love  again ; 
That  I,  while  earth  is  my  abode, 
May  live  like  one  that's  born  of  God. 

5  And  when  th'  appointed  hour  shall  come, 
And  thou  wilt  call  me  to  my  home, 
Joyful  I'll  pass  the  chilling  flood, 

And  sing  and  say,  I'm  born  of  God. 

261  C.  M. 

1  1^7  OT  all  the  outward  forms  on  earth, 
JL^I    Nor  rites  that  God  has  given, 
Nor  will  of  man,  nor  blood,  nor  birth, 

Can  raise  a  soul  to  heaven. 

2  The  sovereign  will  of  God  alone 

Creates  us  heirs  of  grace ; 
Born  in  the  image  of  his  Son, 

A  new,  peculiar  race. 
8  The  Spirit,  like  some  heavenly  wind, 

Breathes  on  the  sons  of  flesh  ; 
New  models  all  the  carnal  mind, 

And  forms  the  man  afresh. 


TtEGENERATION.  199 

-4  Our  quicken'd  souls  awake  and  rise 
From  the  long  sleep  of  death; 
On  heavenly  things  we  fix  our  eyes, 
And  praise  employs  our  Tbreath. 

262  C.  M. 

1   STOW  helpless  guilty  nature  lies, 
1 1    Unconscious  of  its  load ! 
The  heart,  unchang'd,  can  never  rise 
To  happiness  and  God. 
'2  Can  aught,  except  the  power  divine, 
The  stubborn  will  subdue  ? 
'Tis  thine,  Almighty  Saviour,  thine 
To  form  the  heart  anew. 
'3  'Tis  thine  the  passions  to  recall, 
And  upward  bid  them  rise, 
And  make  the  scales  of  error  fall 
From  reason's  darken'd  eyes. 

4  T<s  chase  the  shades  of  death  away, 

And  bid  the  sinner  live  ; 
A  heam  of  heaven,  a  vital  ray, 
'Tis  thine  alone  to  give. 

5  Oh  change  these  wretched  hearts  of  ours, 

And  give  them  life  divine  : 
Then  shall  our  passions  and  our  powers, 
Almighty  Lord,  be  thine, 

263  C.  M. 

1   |p<  RACE,  like  an  uneorrupted  seed, 
\]K  Abides  and  reigns  within ; 
Immortal  principles  forbid 
Tire  sons  of  God  to  sin. 
2  Not  by  the  terrors  of  a  slav« 
Bis  they  perform  hie  will, 


200  REGENERATION. 

But  with  the  noblest  powers  they  have, 
His  sweet  commands  fulfill. 

3  They  find  access,  at  every  hour, 

To  God  within  the  vail : 
Hence  they  derive  a  quick'ning  power, 
And  joys  that  never  fail. 

4  0  happy  souls  !  0  glorious  state 

Of  overflowing  grace ! 
To  dwell  so  near  their  Father's  seat, 
And  see  his  lovely  face ! 

5  Lord,  I  address  thy  heavenly  throne : 

Call  me  a  child  of  thine ; 
Send  down  the  Spirit  of  thy  Son, 
To  form  my  heart  divine. 

6  There  shed  thy  choicest  love  abroad, 

And  make  my  comforts  strong  ; 
Then  will  I  say,  "My  Father  God," 
With  an  unwav'ring  tongue. 
264  C.  M. 

1  "WTJTHEN  God  reveal' d  his  gracious  name, 

V?     And  chang'd  my  mournful  state, 
My  rapture  seem'd  a  pleasing  dream, 
The  grace  appear' d  so  great. 

2  The  world  beheld  the  glorious  change, 

And  did  thy  hand  confess ; 
My  tongue  broke  out  in  unknown  strains, 
And  sung  surprising  grace. 

3  "Great  is  the  work  ;"  my  neighbors  cried, 

And  own'd  the  power  divine ; 
"Great  is  the  work,"  my  heart  replied, 
"And  be  the  glory  thine." 

4  The  Lord  can  clear  the  darkest  skies, 

Can  give  us  day  for  night ; 


REGENERATION.  201 

Make  drops  of  sacred  sorrow  rise 
To  rivers  of  delight. 

265  C.  M. 

The  new  creation. 

1  A  TTEND,  while  God's  exalted  Son 
Xl_Doth  his  own  glories  show  ; 
"Behold.  I  sit  upon  my  throne, 

"Creating  ail  things  new. 

2  "Nature  and  sin  are  pass'd  away, 

"And  the  old  Adam  dies  ; 
"My  hands  a  new  foundation  lay, 
"See  the  new  world  arise ! 

3  "I'll  be  a  Sun  of  righteousness 

"To  the  new  heav'ns  I  make  ; 
"None  but  the  new-born  heirs  of  grace 
"My  glories  shall  partake." 

4  Mighty  Redeemer  !  set  me  free 

From  my  old  state  of  sin ; 

0  make  my  soul  alive  to  thee, 

Create  new  pow'rs  within. 

5  Renew  mine  eyes,  and  form  mine  ears, 

And  mold  my  heart  afresh  ; 
Give  me  new  passions,  joys,  and  fears, 
And  turn  the  stone  to  flesh. 

6  Far  from  the  regions  of  the  dead, 

From  sin,  and  earth,  and  hell ; 
In  the  new  world  that  grace  hath  made, 
I  would  for  ever  dwell. 

266  S.  M. 

Vital  union  to  Christ  in  regeneration. 
1  TTkEAR  Saviour,  we  are  thine 
,a  F  By  everlasting  bands  ; 


202  ADOPTION   AND 

Our  names,  our  hearts,  we  would  resign, 
Our  souls  are  in  thy  hands. 

2  To  thee  we  still  would  cleave 

With  ever-growing  zeal  ; 
If  millions  tempt  us  Christ  to  leave, 
0  let  them  ne'er  prevail. 

3  Thy  Spirit  shall  unite 

Our  souls  to  thee  our  Head ; 
Shall  form  us  to  thy  image  bright, 
That  we  thy  paths  may  tread. 

4  Death  may  our  souls  divide 

From  these  abodes  of  clay  ; 
But  love  shall  keep  us  near  thy  side, 
Through  all  the  gloomy  way. 

■5  Since  Christ  and  we  are  one, 

Why  should  we  doubt  or  fear  ? 
if  he  in  heav'n  hath  fix'd  his  throne, 
He'll  fix  his  members  there. 


ADOPTION  AND  ASSURANCE. 

26?  S.  M. 

Knowledge  of  forgiveness. 

1  TYOW  can  a  sinner  know 

JUL  His  sins  on  earth  forgiven  ? 
How  can  my  gracious  Saviour  show 
My  name  inscribed  in  heaven  ? 

2  What  we  have  felt  and  seen, 

With  confidence  we  tell  ; 
And  publish  to  the  sons  of  men, 
The  signs  infallible. 


ASSURANCE.  203 

3  We  who  in  Christ  believe 

That  he  for  us  hath  died, 
We  all  his  unknown  peace  receive, 
And  feel  his  blood  applied. 

4  Exults  our  rising  soul, 

Disburden' d  of  her  load, 
And  swells,  unutterably  full 
Of  glory  and  of  God. 

5  His  love,  surpassing  far 

The  love  of  all  beneath, 
We  find  within  our  hearts,  and  dare 
The  pointless  darts  of  death. 

6  Stronger  than  death  or  hell, 

The  sacred  power  we  prove  ; 
And  conqu'rors  of  the  world,  we  dwell 
In  heaven,  who  dwell  in  love. 

26S  S.  M. 

Continued. — The  indwelling  Sjririt. 

1  TTTE  by  his  Spirit  prove, 

VV     And  know  the  things  of  God, — 
The  things  which  freely  of  his  love 
He  hath  on  us  bestow'd. 

2  His  Spirit,  which  he  gave, 

Now  dwells  in  us,  we  know : 
The  witness  in  ourselves  we  have, 
And  all  its  fruits  we  show. 
8  The  meek  and  lowly  heart, 
That  in  our  Saviour  was, 
To  us  his  Spirit  does  impart, 
And  signs  us  with  his  cross. 
4  Our  nature's  turn'd,  our  mind 
Transformed  in  all  its  powers ; 


204  ADOPTION   AND 

And  both  the  witnesses  are  join'd, — 
Thy  Spirit,  Lord,  with  ours. 

5  Whate'er  our  pard'ning  Lord 

Commands,  we  gladly  do ; 
And,  guided  by  his  sacred  word, 
We  all  his  steps  pursue. 

6  His  glory  our  design, 

We  live  our  God  to  please  ; 
And  rise,  with  filial  fear  divine, 
To  perfect  holiness. 

269  L.  M. 

Rejoicing  in  forgiving  love. 

1  "Pfc./fY  soul,  with  humble  fervor  raise, 
JL?JL  To  God  the  voice  of  grateful  praise, 
And  all  my   ransom' d  powers  combine, 
To  bless  his  attributes  divine. 

2  Deep  on  my  heart  let  mem'ry  trace, 
His  acts  of  mercy  and  of  grace  ; 
Who,  with  a  Father's  tender  care, 
Saved  me  when  sinking  in  despair  ; 

3  Gave  my  repentant  soul  to  prove, 
The  joy  of  his  forgiving  love ; 

Pour  d  balm  into  my  bleeding  breast, 
And  led  my  weary  feet  to  rest.  ^ 

27®  C.  M. 

Blessedness  of  adoption. 

1    A  ND  can  my  heart  aspire  so  high, 

XX  To  say,— My  Father,  God  ? 
Lord,  at  thy  feet  I  fain  would  lie, 
And  learn  to  kiss  the  rod. 


ASSURANCE.  205 

2  I  would  submit  to  all  thy  will, 

For  thou  art  good  and  wise; 
Let  each  rebellious  thought,  be  still, 
Nor  one  faint  murmur  rise. 

3  Thy  love  can  cheer  the  darkest  gloom, 

And  bid  me  wait  serene, 
Till  hopes  and  joys  immortal  bloom, 
And  brighten  all  the  scene. 

4  My  Father,  God,  permit  my  heart 

To  plead  her  humble  claim, 
And  ask  the  bliss  those  words  impart, 
In  my  Redeemer's  name. 

211  C.  M. 

Delightful  assurance. 

OV'REIGN  of  all  the  worlds  on  high, 
Allow  my  humble  claim ; 
Nor  while,  unworthy,  I  draw  nigh, 
Disdain  a  Father's  name. 

2  My  Father,  God !  that  gracious  word 
Dispels  my  guilty  fear  ; 
Not  all  the  notes  by  angels  heard, 
Could  so  delight  my  ear. 

8  Come,  Holy  Ghost,  thyself  impress 
On  my  expanding  heart ; 
And  show  that  in  the  Father's  grace 
I  share  a  filial  part. 

4  Cheer'd  by  that  witness  from  on  high, 
Unwav'ring  I  believe ; 
And  Abba,  Father,  humbly  cry ; 
Nor  can  the  sign  deceive. 


as 


20G  ADOPTION  AND 

272  S.  M. 
The  revealing  and  witnessing  Spirit 

1  Q  PIRIT  of  faith,  come  down, 
kJ  Reveal  the  things  of  God ; 
And  make  to  us  the  Godhead  known. 

And  witness  with  the  blood  : 
'Tis  thine  the  blood  t'  apply, 

And  give  us  eyes  to  see, 
That  He  who  did  for  sinners  die. 

Hath  surely  died  for  me. 

2  No  man  can  truly  say 

That  Jesus  is  the  Lord, 
Unless  thou  take  the  vail  away, 

And  breathe  the  living  word  : 
Then,  only  then,  we  feel 

Our  int'rest  in  his  blood; 
And  cry,  with  joy  unspeakable,— 

Thou  art  my  Lord,  my  God  ! 

8  0  that  the  world  might  know  , 

The  all-atoning  Lamb  ! 
Spirit  of  faith,  descend  and  show 

The  virtue  of  his  Name  : 
The  grace  which  all  may  find, 

The  saving  power  impart ; 
And  testify  to  all  mankind, 

And  speak  in  every  heart. 

273  C.  M. 
Desiring  evidence  of  adoption. 

1  rpHOU  Lord  of  all   the   worlds  on  high, 
JL    Allow  my  humble  claim  ; 
Nor,  while  a  child  would  raise  its  cry, 
Disdain  a  Father's  name/ 


ASSURANCE.  207 

2  My  Father,  God,  how  sweet  the  sound  I 

How  tender  and  how  dear  ! 
Not  all  the  melody  of  heav'n 
Could  so  delight  the  ear. 

3  Come  sacred  Spirit,  seal  the  name 

On  my  believing  heart, 
And  show  that  in  Jehovah's  grace 
I  share  a  filial  part. 

4  By  such  a  heav'nly  signal  cheer1  dy 

Unwav'ring  I  believe, 
And  Abba,  Father,  humbly  cry  ; 
Nor  can  the  sound  deceive. 

5  On  wings  of  everlasting  love 

The  Comforter  has  come  ; 
All  terrors  at  his  voice  disperse, . 
And  endless  pleasures  bloom. 

2?4  L,  M. 

The  privileges  of  the  sons  of  God. 

1  IVTOT  a^  ^ie  no^es  °^  the  earth, 

j3l    Who  boast  the  honors  of  their  birth, 

Such  real  dignity  can  claim, 

As  those  who  bear  the  Christian  name, 

2  To  them  the  privilege  is  giv'n, 

To  be  the  sons  and  heirs  of  heav'n; 
Sons  of  the  God  who  reigns  on  high, 
And  heirs  of  joy  beyond  the  sky. 

3  His  will  he  makes  them  early  know, 
And  teaches  their  young  feet  to  go  ; 
Whispers  instruction  to  their  minds, 
And  on  their  hearts  his  precepts  binds, 

4  Their  daily  wants  his  hands  supply  ; 
Their  steps  he  guards  with  watchful  eye  i, 


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Leads  them  from  earth  to  heav'n  above; 
And  crowns  them  with  eternal  love. 

5  If  I've  the  honor,  Lord,  to  be 
One  of  this  num'rous  family, 
On  me  the  gracious  gift  bestow, 
To  call  thee  Abba,  Father,  too. 

6  So  may  my  conduct  ever  prove 
My  filial  piety  and  love  ! 

Whilst  all  my  brethren  clearly  trace 
Their  Father's  likeness  on  my  face. 

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1  "O  LESSED  are  the  sons  of  God  ; 

J3  They  are  bought  with  Jesus'  blood, 
They  are  ransom'd  from  the  grave, 
Life  eternal  they  shall  have. 

2  They  are  justified  by  grace, 
They  enjoy  a  solid  peace  ; 

All  their  sins  are  wash'd  away, 
They  shall  stand  in  God's  great  day. 

3  They  produce  the  fruits  of  grace 
In  the  works  of  righteousness  ! 
Born  of  God,  they  hate  all  sin, 
God's  pure  word  remains  within. 

4  They  have  fellowship  with  God, 
Through  the  Mediator's  blood  ; 
One  with  God,  through  Jesus  one, 
Glory  is  in  them  begun. 

5  Though  they  suffer  much  on  earth, 
Strangers  to  the  worldling's  mirth, 
Yet  they  have  an  inward  joy, 
Pleasures  which  can  never  cloy. 


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6  They  alone  are  truly  blest — 

Heirs  with  God,  joint  heirs  with  Christ; 
They  with  love  and  peace  are  fill'd, 
They  are  by  his  Spirit  seal'd. 

*J76  C.  M. 

1  A  MAZING  grace  !  how  sweet  the  sound  ! 
J\.  That  saved  a  wretch  like  me  ! 

I  once  was  lost,  but  now  am  found — 
Was  blind,  but  now  I  see. 

2  'Twas  grace  that  taught  my  heart  to  fear, 

And  grace  my  fears  relieved  ; 
How  precious  did  that  grace  appear, 

The  hour  I  first  believed ! 
8  Through  many  dangers,  toils,  and  snare?, 

I  have  already  come  ; 
'Twas  grace  that  brought  me  safe  thus  far, 

And  grace  will  lead  me  home. 
4  The  Lord  has  promised  good  to  me, 

His  words  my  hope  secures  ; 
He  will  my  shield  and  portion  be, 

As  long  as  life  endures, 

•5  Yes,  when  this  flesh  and  heart  shall  fail, 
And  mortal  life  shall  cease; 
I  shall  possess  within  the  vail 
A  life  of  joy  and  peace. 
6  The  earth  shall  soon  dissolve  like  snow, 
The  sun  forbear  to  shine  ; 
But  God,  who  called  me  here  below, 
Will  be  forever  mine. 

HTW  C.  M. 

1   |~i  OD  counts  the  sorrows  of  his  saints, 
\Jf  Their  groans  affect  his  ears-: 

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210     ADOPTION   AND  ASSURANCE. 

He  has  a  book  for  their  complaints, 
A  bottle  for  their  tears. 

2  The  Lord  can  clear  the  darkest  skies, 

Can  give  us  day  for  night, 
Make  drops  of  sacred  sorrow  rise 
To  rivers  of  delight. 

3  Let  those  who  sow  in  sadness,  wait 

Till  the  fair  harvest  come  ; 
They  shall  confess  their  sheaves  are  great, 
And  shout  the  blessing  home. 

27§  S.  M. 

EHOLD,  what  wondrous  grace 
The  Father  has  bestow'd 
On  sinners  of  a  mortal  race, 
To  call  them  sons  of  God  I 

'Tis  no  surprising  thing 

That  we  should  be  unknown ; 

The  Jewish  world  knew  not  their  King, 
God's  everlasting  Son. 

Nor  doth  it  yet  appear 

How  great  we  must  be  made  ; 

But  when  we  see  our  Saviour  here, 
We  shall  be  like  our  Head. 

A  hope  so  much  divine 

May  trials  well  endure ; 
May  purge  our  souls  from  sense  and  sin, 

As  Christ,  the  Lord,  is  pure. 

If  in  my  Father's  love 

I  share  a  filial  part, 
Send  down  thy  Spirit,  like  a  dove, 

To  rest  upon  my  heart. 


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We  would  no  longer  lie 

Like  slaves  beneath  the  throne ; 
Our  faith  shall  Abba,  Father,  cry, 

And  thou  the  kindred  own. 


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1  TESUS  comes  with  all  his  grace, 
&l    Comes  to  save  a  fallen  race  ; 
Object  of  our  glorious  hope, 
Jesus  comes  to  lift  us  up  ! 

2  Let  the  living  stones  cry  out ; 
Let  the  sons  of  Abrah'm  shout : 
Praise  we  all  our  lowly  King ; 
Give  him  thanks  ;  rejoice,  and  sing. 

8  He  hath  our  salvation  wrought. ; 
He  our  captive  souls  hath  bought: 
He  hath  reconcil'd  to  God  : 
He  hath  wash'd  us  in  his  blood. 

4  We  are  now  his  lawful  right ; 
Walk  as  children  of  the  light: 
We  shall  soon  obtain  the  grace, 
Pure  in  heart,  to  see  his  face. 

5  We  shall  gain  our  calling's  prize ; 
After  God  we  all  shall  rise, 

Fill'd  with  joy,  and  love,  and  peace, 
Perfected  in  holiness. 

6  Let  us  then  rejoice  in  hope, 
Steadily  to  Christ  look  up; 
Trust  to  be  redeem' d  from  sin, 
Wait  till  he  appear  within. 


212  FULL   REDEMPTION. 

7  Fools  and  madmen  let  us  be, 
Yet  is  our  sure  trust  in  thee  ; 
Faithful  is  the  promis'd  word, 
We  shall  all  be  as  our  Lord. 

8  Hasten,  Lord,  the  perfect  day ; 
Let  thy  every  servant  say, 

"I  have  now  obtain' d  the  power, 
Born  of  God,  to  sin  no  more." 
280'  L.  M. 

1  &^\  OME,  Saviour,  Jesus",  from  above ! 
\_J  Assist  me  with  thy  heavenly  grace  ! 
Empty  my  heart  of  earthly  love, 

And  for  thyself  prepare  the  place. 

2  0  let  thy  sacred  presence  fill, 

And  set  my  longing*  spirit  free ; 
Which  pants  to  have  no  other  will, 

But  night  and  day  to  feast  on  thee. 
8  While  in  this  region  here  below, 

No  other  good  will  I  pursue : 
I'll  bid  this  world  of  noise  and  show, 

With  all  its  glitt'ring  snares,  adieu. 

4  That  path  with  humble  speed  I'll  seek, 

In  which  my  Saviour's  footsteps  shine, 
Nor  will  I  hear,  nor  will  I  speak, ' 
Of  any  other  love  but  thine. 

5  Henceforth  may  no  profane  delight 

Divide  this  consecrated  soul ; 
Possess  it  thou,  who  hast  the  right, 
As  Lord  and  Master  of  the  whole. 

6  Nothing  on  earth  do  I  desire, 

But  thy  pure  love  within  my  breast : 
This,  only  this,  will  I  require, 
And  freely  give  up  all  the  rest. 


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281  S.  M. 

IHE  thing  my  God  doth  hate, 


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That  I  no  more  may  do, 
Thy  creature,  Lord,  again  create, 
And  all  my  soul  renew. 

2  My  soul  shall  then,  like  thine, 

Abhor  the  thing  unclean, 
And  sanctified  by  love  divine, 
Forever  cease  from  sin. 

3  That  blessed  law  of  thine, 

Jesus,  to  me  impart; 
•  The  Spirit's  law  of  life  divine, 
0  write  it  in  my  heart. 

4  Implant  it  deep  within, 

Whence  it  may  ne'er  remove, 
The  law  of  liberty  from  sin, 
The  perfect  law  of  love. 

5  Thy  nature  be  my  law, 

Thy  spotless  sanctity ; 
And  sweetly  every  moment  draw 
My  happy  soul  to  thee. 

6  Soul  of  my  soul,  remain  ! 

Who  didst  for  all  fulfill, 
In  me,  0  Lord,  fulfill  again 
Thy  heavenly  Father's  will. 

2S2  C.  M. 

1  4T\  FOR  a  heart  to  praise  my  God, 
\_y   A  heart  from  sin  set  free ! 

A  heart  that  always  feels  thy  blood, 
So  freely  spilt  for  me. 

2  A  heart  resign' d,  submissive,  meek3 

My  great  Redeemer's  throne: 


214  FULL    REDEMPTION. 

Where  only  Christ  is  heard  to  speak, 
Where  Jesus  reigns  alone. 

3  0  for  a  lowly,  contrite  heart !  ' 

Believing,  true,  and  clean  ; 
Which  neither  life  nor  death  can  part 
From  Him  that  dwells  within. 

4  A  heart  in  every  thought  renew'd, 

And  full  of  love  divine ; 
Perfect,  and  right,  and  pure,  and  good, 
A  copy,  Lord,  of  thine. 

5  Thy  tender  heart  is  still  the  same, 

And  melts  at  human  woe ; 

Jesus,  for  thee  distress'd  I  am, 

I  want  thy  love  to  know. 

6  My  heart,  thou  know'st,  can  never  rest, 

Till  thou  create  my  peace, 
Till  of  my  Eden  repossess'd, 
From  every  sin  I  cease. 

7  Fruit  of  thy  gracious  lips,  on  me 

Bestow  that  peace  unknown  ; 

The  hidden  manna,  and  the  tree 

Of  life,  and  the  white  stone. 

8  Thy  nature,  gracious  Lord,  impart, 

Come  quickly  from  above; 
Write  thy  new  name  upon  my  heart, 
Thy  new,  best  name  of  Love. 

2S3  L.  M. 

1    f^i  BEAT  God,  indulge  my  humble  claim, 
^3   Be  thou  my  hope,  my  joy,  my  rest ; 
The  glories  that  compose  thy  name, 
Stand  all  engag'd  to  make  me  blest. 


FULL   REDEMPTION.  215 

2  Thou  great  and  good,  thou  just  and  wise, 

Thou  art  my  Father  and  my  God ! 
And  I  am  thine  by  sacred  ties, 

Thy  son,  thy  servant  bought  with  blood. 

3  With  heart,  and  eyes,  and  lifted  hands, 

For  thee  I  long,  to  thee  I  look, 
As  travelers  in  thirsty  lands 

Pant  for  the  cooling  water  brook. 

4  E'en  life  itself,  without  thy  love, 

No  lasting  pleasure  can  afford; 
Yea,  'twould  a  tiresome  burden  prove, 
If  I  were  banish' d  from  thee,  Lord  ! 

5  I'll  lift  my  hands,  I'll  raise  my  voice, 

While  I  have  breath  to  pray  or  praise  : 
This  work  shall  make  my  heart  rejoice, 
And  spend  the  remnant  of  my  days. 
284  L.  M. 

1  f~\  THOU,  to  whose  all-searching  sight 
\J  The  darkness  shineth  as  the  light, 
Search,  prove  my  heart,  it  pants  for  thee ; 
0  burst  these  bonds,  and  set  it  free  ! 

2  Wash  out  its  stains,  refine  its  dross, 
Nail  my  affections  to  the  cross ; 
Hallow  each  thought,  let  all  within 
Be  clean,  as  thou,  my  Lord,  art  clean. 

3  If  in  this  darksome  wild  I  stray, 
Be  thou  my  light,  be  thou  my  way ; 
No  foes,  no  violence  I  fear, 

No  fraud,  while  thou,  my  God,  art  near. 

4  When  rising  floods  my  soul  o'erflow, 
When  sinks  my  heart  in  waves  of  woe, 
Jesus,  thy  timely  aid  impart, 

And  raise  my  head,  and  cheer  my  heart. 


216  FULL   REDEMPTION. 

5  Saviour,  where'er  thy  steps  I  see,. 
Dauntless,  untir'd,  1  follow  thee, 
0  let  thy  hand  support  me  still, 
And  lead  me  to  thy  holy  hill ! 

G  If  rough  and  thorny  be  the  way, 
My  strength  proportion  to  my  day ; 
Till  toil,  and  grief,  and  pain  shall  eeasey 
Where  all  is  calm,  and  joy,  and  peace. 

285  C.  M. 

1  "jV/JY  God,  I  know,  I  feel  thee  mine, 
Jj?j|    And  will  not  quit  my  claim, 
Till  all  I  have  is  lost  in  thine, 

And  all  renew'd  I  am. 

2  I  hold  thee  with  a  trembling  hand,, 

And  will  not  let  thee  go, 
Till  steadfastly  by  faith  I  stand, 
And  all  thy  goodness  know. 

3  Jesus,  thine  all-victorious  love 

Shed  in  my  heart  abroad  : 
Then  shall  my  feet  no  longer  rove,. 
Rooted  and  fixed  in  God. 

4  0  that  in  me  the  sacred  fire 

Might  now  begin  to  glow  ! 
Burn  up  the  dross  of  base  desire, 
And  make  the  mountains  flow  I 

5  0  that  it  now  from  heaven  might  fal!r 

And  all  my  sins  consume  : 
Come,  Holy  Ghost,  for  thee  I  call, 
Spirit  of  burning,  come. 

6  Pfenning  fire,  go  through  my  heart, 

Illuminate  my  soul ; 
Scatter  thy  life  through  every  paxt^ 
And  sanctify  the  whole. 


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7  Sorrow  and  sin  shall  then  expire, 

When  enter'd  into  rest, 
I  only  live  my  God  t'  admire, 
My  Gocl  forever  blest ! 

8  My  steadfast  soul,  from  falling  free, 

Shall  then  no  longer  move ; 
But  Christ  he  all  the  world  to  me, 
And  all  my  heart  be  love. 
2§6  S.  M. 

1  TESUS,  my  Truth,  my  Way, 
Q$    My  sure  unerring  Light, 
On  thee  my  feeble  steps  I  stay, 

Which  thou  wilt  guide  aright. 

2  My  Wisdom  and  my  Guide, 

My  Counselor  thou  art ; 
0  never  let  me  leave  thy  side, 
Or  from  thy  paths  depart. 

3  I  lift  mine  eyes  to  thee, 

Thou  gracious  bleeding  Lambr 
That  I  may  now  enlighten'd  be, 
And  never  put  to  shame. 

4  Never  will  I  remove 

'  Out  of  thy  hands  my  cause, 

But  rest  in  thy  redeeming  love, 

And  hang  upon  thy  cross. 

5  Teach  me  the  happy  art, 

In  all  things  to  depend 
On  thee ;  0  never,  Lord,  depart, 
But  love  me  to  the  end. 

6  Still  stir  me  up  to  strive 

With  thee  in  strength  divine ; 
And  every  moment,  Lord,  revive 
This  fainting  soul  of  mine.. 


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7  Persist  to  save  my  soul, 

Throughout  the  fiery  hour, 
Till  I  am  every  whit  made  whole, 
And  show  forth  all  thy  power. 

8  Through  fire  and  water  bring 

Into  the  wealthy  place ; 
And  teach  me  the  new  song  to  sing, 
When  perfected  in  grace  I 

9  0  make  me  all  like  thee, 

Before  I  hence  remove  ! 
Settle,  comfirm,  and  'stablish  me, 
And  build  me  up  in  love. 

10  Let  me  thy  witness  live, 

When  sin  is  all  destroy'd ; 
And  then  my  spotless  soul  receive, 
And  take  me  home  to  God. 
287  C.  M. 

1  "F  KNOW  that  my  Redeemer  lives, 

I    And  ever  prays  for  me ; 
A  token  of  his  love  he  gives, 
A  pledge  of  liberty. 

2  I  find  him  lifting  up  my  head, 

He  brings  salvation  near; 
His  presence  makes  me  free  indeed, 
And  he  will  soon  appear. 

3  He  wills  that  I  should  holy  be ! 

What  can  withstand  his  will? 
The  counsel  of  his  grace  in  me 
He  surely  shall  fulfill. 

4  Jesus,  I  hang  upon  thy  word ; 

I  steadfastly  believe 
Thou  wilt  return,  and  claim  me,  Lord, 
And  to  thyself  receive. 


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5  Joyful  in  hope,  my  spirit  soars 

To  meet  thee  from  above : 
Thy  goodness  thankfully  adores : 
And  sure  I  taste  thy  love. 

6  Thy  love  I  soon  expect  to  find, 

In  all  its  depth  and  height : 
To  comprehend  th'  Eternal  Mind, 
And  grasp  the  Infinite. 

7  "When  God  is  mine,  and  I  am  his, 

Of  paradise  possest, 
I  taste  unutterable  bliss, 
And  everlasting  rest. 

8  The  bliss  of  those  that  fully  dwell, 

Fully  in  thee  believe, 
'Tis  more  than  angel  tongues  can  tell, 
Or  angel  minds  conceive. 

9  Thou  only  know'st  who  didst  obtain, 

And  die  to  make  it  known  : 
The  great  salvation  now  explain, 
And  perfect  us  in  one. 
288  L.  M. 

1  TT¥E  wills  that  I  should  holy  be  ; 
JOL  That  holiness  I  long  to  feel; 
That  full  divine  conformity 

To  all  my  Saviour's  righteous  will. 

2  See,  Lord,  the  travail  of  thy  soul, 

Accomplish'd  in  the  change  of  mine  ; 
And  plunge  me,  every  whit  made  whole, 
In  all  the  depths  of  love  divine  ! 

3  On  thee,  0  God,  my  soul  is  stay'd, 

And  waits  to  prove  thine  utmost  will : 
The  promise  by  thy  mercy  made, 
Thou  canst,  thou  wilt  in  me  fulfill. 


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4  No  more  I  stagger  at  thy  power, 

Or  doubt  thy  truth,  which  cannot  move : 
Hasten  the  long-expected  hour, 

And  bless  me  with  thy  perfect  love. 

289  C.  M. 

1  |  fc  JOYFUL  sound  of  Gospel  grace, 
\_y   Christ  shall  in  me  appear ! 

I,  even  I,  shall  see  his  face  ; 
I  shall  be  holy  here. 

2  The  glorious  crown  of  righteousness 

To  me  reach' d  out,  I  view ; 
Conqu'ror  through  him  I  soon  shall  seize, 
And  wear  it  as  my  due. 

3  The  promised  land,  from  Pisgah's  top, 

I  now  exult  to  see  : 
My  hope  is  full  (0  glorious  hope  !) 
Of  immortality. 

4  He  visits  now  the  house  of  clay  ; 

He  shakes  his  future  home ; 
0  wouldst  thou,  Lord,  on  this  glad  day, 
Into  thy  temple  come  ! 

5  With  me,  I  know,  I  feel  thou  art ; 

But  this  cannot  suffice, 
Unless  thou  plantest  in  my  heart 
A  constant  paradise. 

6  My  earth  thou  wat'rest  from  on  high, 

But  make  it  all  a  pool: 
Spring  up,  0  Well,  I  ever  cry, 
Spring  up  within  my  soul! 

7  Come,  0  my  God,  thyself  reveal, 

Fill  all  this  mighty  void  : 

Thou  only  canst  my  spirit  fill : 

Come,  0  my  God,  my  God! 


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Jf  By  thy  pard'ning  love  compell'd, 
Up  to  thee  our  souls  we  raise, 
Up  to  thee  our  bodies  yield. 

2  Thou  our  sacrifice  receive, 
Acceptable  through  thy  Son, 
While  to  thee  alone  we  live, 
While  we  die  to  thee  alone. 

3  Meet  it  is,  and  just,  and  right, 
That  we  should  be  wholly  thine ; 
In  thy  only  will  delight, 

In  thy  blessed  service  join. 

4  0  that  every  work  and  word, 
Might  proclaim  how  good  thou  art ; 
"Holiness  unto  the  Lord," 

Still  be  written  on  our  heart  ! 

291  C.  M. 

1  X  ET  Him  to  whom  we  now  belong, 
_|_J  His  sov'reign  right  assert ; 
And  take  up  every  thankful  song, 

And  every  loving  heart. 

2  He  justly  claims  us  for  his  own, 

Who  bought  us  with  a  price: 
The  Christian  lives  to  Christ  alone, 
To  Christ  alone  he  dies. 

3  Jesus,  thine  own  at  last  receive, 

Fulfill  our  hearts'  desire; 

And  let  us  to  thy  glory  live, 

And  in  thy  cause  expire  ! 

4  Our  souls  and  bodies  we  resign  j 

With  joy  we  render  thee 


222  FULL   REDEMPTION. 

Our  all,  no  longer  ours,  but  thine 
To  all  eternity. 

292  L.  M. 

1  "JESUS,  thy  loving  Spirit  alone 

0$    Can  lead  me  forth,  and  make  me  free; 
Burst  evei-y  bond  through  which  I  groan, 
And  set  my  heart  at  liberty. 

2  Now  let  thy  Spirit  bring  me  in, 

And  give  thy  servant  to  possess 
The  land  of  rest  from  inbred  sin, 

The  land  of  perfect  holiness. 
8  Lord,  if  I  b'lieve  thy  power  the  same, 

The  same  thy  truth  and  grace  endure  ; 
And  in  thy  blessed  hands  I  am, 

And  trust  thee  for  a  perfect  cure. 
4  Come,  Saviour,  come,  and  make  me  whole, 

Entirely  all  my  sins  remove  ! 
To  perfect  health  restore  my  soul, 

To  perfect  holiness  and  love. 

293  C.  M. 

1  |PlOME,  0  my  God,  the  promise  seal, 
\J  This  mountain,  sin,  remove! 
Now  in  my  waiting  soul  reveal 

The  virtue  of  thy  love. 

2  I  want  thy  life,  thy  purity, 

Thy  righteousness  brought  in : 
I  ask,  desire,  and  trust  in  thee, 
To  be  redeem' d  from  sin. 

3  For  this,  as  taught  by  thee,  I  pray, 

And  can  no  longer  doubt ! 
Remove  from  hence,  to  sin  I  say, 
Be  cast  this  mountain  out. 


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4  Anger  and  sloth,  desire  and  pride,  - 

This  moment  be  subdued  ! 

Be  cast  into  the  crimson  tide 

Of  my  Redeemer's  blood. 

5  Saviour,  to  thee  my  soul  looks  up, 

My  present  Saviour  thou  ! 

In  all  the  confidence  of  hope 

I  claim  the  blessing  now  ! 

6  'Tis  done;  thou  dost  this  moment  save, 

With  full  salvation  bless  ; 
Redemption  through  thy  blood  I  have, 
And  spotless  love  and  peace. 
294  L.  M. 

*   £  \  GOD,  most  merciful  and  true, 
\_r   Thy  nature  to  my  soul  impart, 
'Stablish  with  me  the  cov'nant  new, 
And  stamp  thine  image  on  my  heart. 

2  To  real  holiness  restor'd, 

0  let  me  gain  my  Saviour's  mind, 
.    And  in  the  knowledge  of  my  Lord, 

Fullness  of  life  eternal  find! 

3  Remember,  Lord,  my  sins  no  more, 

That  them  I  may  no  more  forget  ; 
But,  sunk  in  guiltless  shame,  adore 
With  speechless  wonder  at  thy  feet. 

4  O'erwhelm'd  with  thy  stupendous  grace, 

1  shall  not  in  thy  presence  move, 
But  breathe  unutterable  praise, 

And  rapt'rous  awe,  and  silent  love. 

5  Then  every  murmuring  thought,  and  vain, 

Expires,  in  sweet  confusion  lost: 
I  cannot  of  my  cross  complain, 
I  cannot  of  my  goodness  boast. 


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224  FULL   REDEMPTION. 

6  Pardon' d  for  all  that  I  have  done, 
My  mouth  as  in  the  dust  I  hide  ; 
And  glory  give  to  God  alone, 
My  God  in  Jesus  pacified  ! 

295  C.  M. 

The  hope  of  our  high  calling. 

THAT  is  our  calling's  glorious  hope, 
But  inward  holiness  ? 
For  this  to  Jesus  I  look  up ; 
I  calmly  wait  for  this. 

2  I  wait  till  he  shall  touch  me  clean, 
Shall  life  and  power  impart ; 
Give  me  the  faith  that  casts  out  sin, 
And  purifies  the  heart. 

o  This  is  the  dear  redeeming  grace, 
For  every  sinner  free ; 
Surely  it  shall  on  me  take  place, 
The  chief  of  sinners, — me. 

4  From  all  iniquity,  from  all, 

He  shall  my  soul  redeem ; 
In  Jesus  I  believe,  and  shall 
Believe  myself  to  him. 

5  When  Jesus  makes  my  heart  his  home, 

My  sin  shall  all  depart ; — 
And,  lo !  he  saith,  I  quickly  come, 
To  fill  and  rule  thy  heart. 

6  Be  it  according  to  thy  word ; 

Redeem  me  from  all  sin  ; 
My  heart  would  now  receive  thee,  Lord  ; 
Come  in,  my  Lord,  come  in! 


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*2S*S  C.  M. 

The  believer 's  rest. 


XL( 


To  all  thy  people  known; 
A  rest  where  .pure  enjoyment  reigns, 
And  thou  art  loved  alone  : 

:2  A  rest  where  all  our  soul's  desire 
Is  fix'd  on  things  above  ; 
Where  fear,  and   sin,    and   grief  expire. 
Cast  out  by  perfect  love. 

3  Q  that  I  now  the  rest  might  know, 

Believe,  and  enter  in  : 
Now,  Saviour,  now  the  power  bestow, 
And  let  me  cease  from  sin. 

4  Remove  this  hardness  from  my  heart ; 

This  unbelief  remove  : 
To  me  the  rest  of  faith  impart, — 
The  Sabbath  of  thy  love. 
29?  C.  M. 

He  is  faithful  that  hath  promised. 
1    "1TESUS,  the  sinner's  rest  thou  art, 
tf    From  guilt,  and  fear,  and  pain  ; 
While  thou  art  absent  from  the  heart, 
We  look  for  rest  in  vain. 

"2  0  when  wilt  thou  my  Saviour  be  ? 
0  when  shall  I  be  clean  ? 
The  true  eternal  Sabbath  see, — 
A  perfect  rest  from  sin  ? 
3  The  consolations  of  thy  word 
My  soul  have  long  upheld ; 
The  faithful  promise  of  the  Lord 
-Shall  surely  be  fulfill' d. 

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226  FULL   REDEMPTION. 

4  I  look  to  my  incarnate  God 

Till  he  his  work  begin  ; 
And  wait  till  his  redeeming  blood 
Shall  cleanse  me  from  all  sin. 

5  0  that  I  now  the  voice  might  hear 

That  speaks  my  sins  forgiven  ; 

Thy  word  is  pass'd  to  give  me  here 

The  inward  pledge  of  heaven. 

6  Thy  blood  shall  over  all  prevail, 

And  sanctify  th'  unclean  ; 
The  grace  that  saves  the  soul  from  hell, 
Will  save  from  present  sin. 

29S  L.  M. 

The  promised  rest. 

1  £^i  OD  of  all  power,  and  truth,  and  grace, 
\JK  Which  shall  from  age  to  age  endure; 
Whose  word,  when  heaven  and  earth  shall 

pass, 
Remains,  and  stands  forever  sure  : — 

2  That  I  thy  mercy  may  proclaim, 

That  all  mankind  thy  truth  may  see, 
Hallow  thy  great  and  glorious  name, 
And  perfect  holiness  in  me. 

3  Give  me  a  new,  a  perfect  heart, 

From  doubt,  and  fear,  and  sorrow  free ; 
The  mind  which  was  in  Christ  impart, 
And  let  my  spirit  cleave  to  thee. 

4  0  that  I  now,  from  sin  released, 

Thy  word  may  to  the  utmost  prove  ; 
Enter  into  the  promised  rest, — 
The  Canaan  of  thy  perfect  love. 


FULL   REDEMPTION.  227 

299  S.  M. 

Purity  of  heart. 

1  "OLEST  are  the  pure  in  heart, 
13  For  they  shall  see  our  God ; 
The  secret  of  the  Lord  i  s  theirs  ; 

Their  soul  is  his  abode. 

2  Still  to  the  lowly  soul 

He  doth  himself  impart, 
And  for  his  temple  and  his  throne 
Selects  the  pure  in  heart. 
30©  L.  M. 

Christ  all  in  all. 

1  "fTirOLY,  and  true,  and  righteous  Lord, 
Jul  I  wait  to  prove  thy  perfect  will : 
Be  mindful  of  thy  gracious  word, 

And  stamp  me  with  thy  Spirit's  seal. 

2  Open  my  faith's  interior  eye  : 

Display  thy  glory  from  above  ; 

And  all  I  am  shall  sink  and  die, 

Lost  in  astonishment  and  love. 

3  Confound,  o'erpower  me  by  thy  grace; 

I  would  be  by  myself  abhorr'd  ; 

All  might,  all  majesty,  all  praise, 

All  glory,  be  to  Christ  my  Lord. 

4  Now  let  me  gain  perfection's  height; 

Now  let  me  into  nothing  fall, 
As  less  than  nothing  in  thy  sight, 
And  feel  that  Christ  is  all  in  all. 
SOI  C.  M. 

The  garner  of  God. 
1   iPlOME,  thou  Omniscient  Son  of  man, 
\J  Display  thy  sifting  power  ; 


228  FULL    REDEMPTION. 

Come,  with  thy  Spirit's  winn'wing  fan, 
And  throughly  purge  thy  floor. 

2  The  chaff  of  sin,  the  accursed  thing, 

Far  from  our  souls  be  driven  ; 
The  wheat  into  thy  garner  bring, 
And  lay  us  up  for  heaven. 

3  Whate'er  offends  thy  glorious  eyes, 

Far  from  our  hearts  remove  ; 
As  dust  before  the  whirlwind  flies, 
Disperse  it  by  thy  love. 

4  Then  let  us  all  thy  fullness  know, 

From  every  sin  set  free  ; 
Saved  to  the  utmost,  saved  below, 
And  perfected  in  thee. 

302  C.  M. 

Thy  commandments  are  exceeding  broad. 

1  1T|EEPEN  the  wound   thy   hands  have 
JLP     made 

In  this  weak,  helpless  soul: 

Till  mercy,  with  its  balmy  aid, 

Descend  to  make  me  whole. 

2  The  sharpness  of  thy  two-edged  sword 

Enable  me  t'  endure ; 
Till  bold  to  say, — My  hall' wing  Lord 
Hath  wrought  a  perfect  cure. 

3  I  see  the  exceeding  broad  command, 

Which  all  contains  in  one : 
Enlarge  my  heart  to  understand 
The  mystery  unknown. 

4  0  that,  with  all  thy  saints,  I  might 

By  sweet  experience  prove, 


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What  is  the  length,  &  breadth,  and  height, 
And  depth,  of  perfect  love. 
3©3  S.  M. 

Glorious  liberty. 

1  r\  COME,  and  dwell  in  me, 
\J  Spirit  of  power  within  ; 
And  bring  the  glorious  liberty 

From  sorrow,  fear,  and  sin ! 

2  The  seed  of  sin's  disease, 

Spirit  of  health,  remove, — 
Spirit  of  finish' d  holiness, 
Spirit  of  perfect  love. 

3  Hasten  the  joyful  day 

Which  shall  my  sins  consume; 
When  old  things  shall  be  done  away, 
And  all  things  new  become. 

4  I  want  the  witness,  Lord, 

That  all  I  do  is  right,— 
According  to  thy  will  and  word, 
Well  pleasing  in  thy  sight. 

5  I  ask  no  higher  state  ; 

Indulge  me  but  in  this, 
And  soon  or  later  then  translate 
To  my  eternal  bliss. 
304  L.  M. 

Thirsting  J "of  the  fullness  of  love. 

1  1"  THIRST,  thou  wounded  Lamb  of  God, 
JL  To  wash  me  in  thy  cleansing  blood ; 
To  dwell  within  thy  wounds :  then  pain 
Is  sweet,  and  life  or  death  is  gain. 

2  Take  my  poor  heart,  and  let  it  be 
Forever  closed  to  all  but  thee : 


230  FULL   REDEMPTION. 

Seal  thou  my  breast,  and  let  me  wear 
That  pledge  of  love  forever  there. 

3  How  blest  are  they  who  still  abide 
Close  shelter' d  in  thy  bleeding  side  ! 
Who  thence  their  life  and  strength  derive, 
And  by  thee  move,  and  in  thee  live. 

4  What  are  our  works  but  sin  and  death, 
Till  thou  thy  quick'ning  Spirit  breathe  ? 
Thou  giv'st  the  power  thy  grace  to  move; 
0  wondrous  grace  !  0  boundless  love  ! 

5  How  can  it  be,  thou  heavenly  King, 
That  thou  shouldst  us  to  glory  bring  ; 
Make  slaves  the  partners  of  thy  throne, 
Deck'd  with  a  never-fading  crown  ? 

6  Hence  our  hearts  melt,  our  eyes  o'erflow, 
Our  words  are  lost,  nor  will  we  know, 
Nor  will  we  think  of  aught  beside, — 
My-  Lurd,  my  Love,  is  crucified. 

3©5  L.  M. 

Salvation  in  none  other  than  Jesus. 


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N  vain  would  boasting  reason  find 
The  path  to  happiness  and  God ; 
Her  weak  directions  leave  the  mind 

Bewilder'd  in  a  doubtful  road. 
Jesus,  thy  words  alone  impart 

Eternal  life  ;  on  these  I  live ; 
Diviner  comforts  cheer  my  heart 

Than  all  the  pow'rs  of  nature  give. 
Here  let  my  constant  feet  abide  ; 

Thou  art  the  true,  the  living  way  : 
Let  thy  good  Spirit  be  my  guide 

To  the  bright  realms  of  endless  day. 


REJOICING   AND   PRAISE.         231 

4  The  various  forms  that  men  devise, 

To  shake  my  faith  with  treach'rous  art, 
I  scorn  as  vanity  and  lies, 

And  bind  thy  Gospel  to  my  heart. 


REJOICING  AND  PHAISE. 

306  C.  M. 

First  Part. 

1  £\  FOR  a  thousand  tongues  to  sing 
\Jr  My  great  Redeemers  praise  ! 
The  glories  of  my  God  and  King, 

The  triumphs  of  his  grace  ! 

2  My  gracious  Master,  and  my  God, 

Assist  me  to  proclaim, 
To  spread  through  all  the  earth  abroad 
The  honors  of  thy  Name. 

3  Jesus ! — the  Name  that  charms  our  fears, 

That  bids  our  sorrows  cease ; 
'Tis  music  in  the  sinner's  ears, 
'Tis  life,  and  health,  and  peace. 

4  He  breaks  the  power  of  cancel' d  sin, 

He  sets  the  pris'ner  free ; 
His  blood  can  make  the  foulest  clean ; 
His  blood  avail'd  for  me. 

5  He  speaks — and  list'ning  to  his  voice, 

New  life  the  dead  receive ; 
The  mournful,  broken  hearts  rejoice  ; 
The  humble  poor  believe. 

6  Hear  him,  ye  deaf ;  his  praise,  ye  dumb, 

Your  loosen'd  tongues  employ ; 


232  REJOICING 

Ye  blind,  behold  your  Saviour  comer 
And  leap,  ye  lame,  for  joy. 
30?  C.  M. 

Second  Part. 

1  "I"  OOK  unto  Him,  ye  nations ;  own 
_!_J  Your  God,  ye  fallen  race ; 

Look,  and  be  saved  through  faith  aloney 
Be  justified  by  grace. 

2  See  all  your  sins  on  Jesus  laid : 

The  Lamb  of  God  was  slain  : 
His  soul  was  once  an  oifring  made 
For  every  soul  of  man. 

3  Awake  from  guilty  nature's  sleep, 

And  Christ  shall  give  you  light ; 
Cast  all  your  sins  into  the  deep, 
And  wash  the  Ethiop  white. 

4  "With  me,  your  chief,  ye  then  shall  know 

Shall  feel  your  sins  forgiven ; 
Anticipate  your  heaven  below, 
And  own  that  love  is  heaven. 
308  C.  M. 

1  SALVATION!  0  the  joyful  sound ! 
£3  What  pleasure  to  our  ears  ! 

A  sovereign  balm  for  every  wound, 
A  cordial  for  our  fears. 
CHOR  US. 
Glory,  honor,  praise,  and  power r 
Be  unto  the  Lamb  forever  ! 
Jesus  Christ  is  our  Redeemer  ! 
Hallelujah  I  praise  the  Lord ! 

2  Salvation !  let  the  echo  fly, 

The  spacious  earth  around,, 


AND   PRAISE.  233 

[    While  all  the  armies  of  the  sky, 
Conspire  to-  raise  the  sound. 

Glory,  &<?. 
I  Salvation  !  0  thou  bleeding  Lamb  I 
To  thee  the  praise  belongs : 
Salvation  shall  inspire  our  hearts, 
And  dwell  upon  our  tongues. 
Glory,  §c. 
309  C.  M. 

1  1TOW  happy  every  child  of  grace, 
JOL  Who  knows  his  sins  forgiven ! 
This  earth,  he  cries,  is  not  my  place, 

I  seek  my  place  in  heaven. 

2  A  country  far  from  mortal  sight, 

Yet  0 !  by  faith  I  see, 
The  land  of  rest,  the  saints'  delight, 
The  heaven  prepar'd  for  me. 

3  0  what  a  blessed  hope  is  ours  ! 

While  here  on  earth* we  stay, 
We  more  than  taste  the  heavenly  powers,. 
And  antedate  that  day. 

4  We  feel  the  resurrection  near, 

Our  life  in  Christ  conceaFd, 
And  with  his  glorious  presence  here 
Our  earthen  vessels  fill'd. 

5  0  would  he  more  of  heaven  bestow  I 

And  when  the  vessels  break, 
Let  our  triumphant  spirits  go, 
To  grasp  the  God  we  seek  ; 

6  In  rapt'rous  awe  on  him  to  gaze, 

Who  bought  the  sight  for  me, 
And  shout  and  wonder  at  his  grace 
To  all  eternity. 


234  REJOICING 

31©  C.  M. 

Y  Saviour,  my  Almighty  Friend  ! 


When  I  begin  thy  praise, 
Where  will  the  growing  numbers  end ! 
The  numbers  of  thy  grace. 

2  Thou  art  my  everlasting  trust ; 
Thy  goodness  I  adore  ; 

Send  down  thy  grace,  0  blessed  Lord, 
That  I  may  love  thee  more. 

3  My  feet  shall  travel  all  the  length 
Of  the  celestial  road : 

And  march  with  courage  in  thy  strength, 
To  seek  the  Lord  my  God. 

4  Awake !   awake  !  my  tuneful  powers, 
With  this  delightful  song, 

And  entertain  the  darkest  hours, 
Nor  think  the  season  long. 

311  L.  M. 

1  "f^RAISE  ye  the  Lord,  'tis  good  to  raise 
JL  Your  hearts  and  voices  in  his  praise: 
His  nature  and  his  works  invite 
To  make  this  duty  our  delight. 

2  He  form'd  the  stars,  those  heavenly  flames ; 
He  counts  their  numbers,  calls  their  names; 
His  wisdom's  vast,  and  knows  no  bound, 
A  deep  where  all  our  thoughts  are  drown' d. 

3  Sing  to  the  Lord !  exalt  him  high, 
Who  spreads  his  clouds  along  the  sky; 
There  he  prepares  the  fruitful  rain, 
Nor  lets  the  drops  descend  in  vain. 

4  He  makes  the  grass  the  hills  adorn  ; 
He  clothes  the  smiling  fields  with  corn : 


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AND   PRAISE.  235 

The  beasts  with  food  his  hands  supply, 
And  the  young  ravens  when  they  cry. 

5  What  is  the  creature's  skill  or  force? 
The  sprightly  man,  or  war-like  horse  ? 
The  piercing  wit,  the  active  limb? 
All  are  too  mean  delights  for  him. 

6  But  saints  are  lovely  in  his  sight, 
He  views  his  children  with  delight ; 

*He  sees  their  hope,  he  knows  their  fear, 
He  looks,  and  loves  his  image  there. 

312  C.  M. 

A  LL  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  name, 
J\_  Let  angels  prostrate  fall ; 
Bring  forth  the  royal  diadem, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

2  Let  high-born  seraphs  tune  the  lyre, 

And  as  they  tune  it,  fall. 
Before  his  face,  who  tunes  their  choir, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

3  Crown  him,  ye  morning  stars  of  light, 

Who  fix'd  this  floating  ball: 
Now  hail  the  strength  of  Israel's  might, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

4  Crown  him,  ye  martyrs  of  our  God, 

Who  from  his  altar  call ; 
Extol  the  stem  of  Jesse's  rod, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

5  Ye  seed  of  Israel's  chosen  race, 

Ye  ransom' d  of  the  fall : 
Hail  him  who  saves  you  by  his  grace, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 


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236  REJOICING 

6  Hail  him,  ye  heirs  of  David's  line, 

Whom  David  Lord  did  call : 
The  God  incarnate,  Man  divine, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

7  Sinners!  whose  love  can  ne'er  forget 

The  wormwood  and  the  gall, 
Go,  spread  your  trophies  at  his  feet, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

8  Let  every  tribe  and  every  tongue 

That  hear  the  Saviour's  call, 
Now  shout  a  universal  song, 
And  crown  him — Lord  of  all. 

313  8  lines  8s. 

1  fMlHOU  Shepherd  of  Israel  and  mine, 

JL    The  joy  and  desire  of  my  heart, 
For  closer  communion  I  pine, 

I  long  to  reside  where  thou  art : 
The  pasture  I  languish  to  find, 

Where  all  who  their  shepherd  obey, 
Are  fed,  on  thy  bosom  reclind, 

And  screen'd  from  the  heat  of  the  day 

2  Ah !  show  me  that  happiest  place, 

The  place  of  thy  people's  abode ; 
Where  saints  in  an  ecstacy  gaze, 

And  hang  on  a  crucified  Lord : 
Thy  love  for  a  sinner  declare  ; 

Thy  passion  and  death  on  a  tree ; 
My  spirit  to  Calvary  bear, 

To  suffer  and  triumph  with  thee. 

3  'Tis  there  with  the  lambs  of  thy  flock, 

There  only  I  covet  to  rest ; 
To  lie  at  the  foot  of  the  rock, 
Or  rise  to  be  hid  in  thy  breast : 


AND   PRAISE.  237 

'Tis  there  I  would  always  abide, 
And  never  a  moment,  depart : 

Conceal' d  in  the  cleft  of  thy  side, 
Eternally  held  in  thy  heart. 

314  L.  M. 


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To  sing  his  everlasting  fame  ; 
Great  God,  prepare  each  heart  and  voice, 
In  him  forever  to  rejoice. 
With  him  I  daily  love  to  walk, 
"  f  him  my  soul  delights  to  talk  ; 
him  I  cast  my  every  care  ; 
ke  him  one  day  I  shall  appear, 
ake  him  for  strength  and  righteousnessj 
Make  him  thy  refuge  in  distress  ; 
Love  him  above  all  earthly  joy, 
xlnd  him  in  every  thing  employ. 
1  Praise  him  in  cheerful,  grateful  songs, 
To  him  your  highest  praise  belongs  ; 
Bless  him  who  does  your  heaven  prepare, 
And  whom  you  11  praise  forever  there. 

315  4-8s.  &  4  7s. 

1  |^OME,  thou  Fount  of  every  blessing, 
\j  Tune  my  heart  to  sing  thy  grace : 
Streams  of  mercy  never  ceasing, 

Call  for  songs  of  loudest  praise : 
Teach  me  some  melodious  sonnet, 

Sung  by  flaming  tongues  above ; 
Praise  the  mount — I'm  fix'd  upon  it: 

Mount  of  thy  redeeming  love  ; 

2  Here  I'll  raise  mine  Ebenezer, 

Hither  by  thy  help  I'm  come ; 


i 


238  REJOICING 

And  I  bope,  by  thy  good  pleasure, 

Safely  to  arrive  at  home. 
Jesus  sought  me  -when  a  stranger, 

Wand'ring  from  the  fold  of  God; 
He,  to  rescue  me  from  danger, 

lnterpos'd  his  precious  blood! 
3  0  !  to  grace  how  great  a  debtor, 

Daily  I'm  constrain'd  to  be  ! 
Let  thy  goodness,  like  a  fetter, 

Bind  my  wand'ring  heart  to  thee  : 
Prone  to  wander,  Lord,  I  feel  it : 

Prone  to  leave  the  God  I  love — 
Here's  my  heart,  0  take  and  seal  it: 

Seal  it  for  thy  courts  above. 

316  4  6s.  &  2  8. 

1  "¥7E  ransom'd  sinners,  hear, 

JL    The  pris'ners  of  the  Lord  : 
And  wait  till  Christ  appear, 

According  to  his  word : 
Rejoice  in  hope,  rejoice  with  me, 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free. 

2  Let  others  hug  their  chains, 

For  sin  and  Satan  plead, 
And  say,  from  sin's  remains 

They  never  can  be  freed  ; 
Rejoice  in  hope,  rejoice  with  me, 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free. 

3  In  God  we  put  our  trust; 

If  we  our  sins  confess, 
Faithful  is  he,  and  just, 
.   From  all  unrighteousness 
To  cleanse  us  all,  both  you  and  me 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free. 


AND   PRAISE.  239 

4  Surely  in  us  the  hope 

Of  glory  shall  appear  ; 
Sinners,  your  heads  lift  up, 

And  see  redemption  near : 
Again,  I  say,  rejoice  with  me, 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free. 

5  Who  Jesus'  suff'rings  share, 

My  fellow  pris'ners  now, 
Ye  soon  the  wreath  shall  wear 

On  your  triumphant  brow : 
Kejoice  in  hope,  rejoice  with  me, 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free, 
hfi  The  word  of  God  is  sure, 

And  never  can  remove  ; 
I'  We  shall  in  heart  be  pure, 

And  perfected  in  love : 
Rejoice  in  hope,  rejoice  with  me, 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free. 
7  Then  let  us  gladly  bring 

Our  sacrifice  of  praise  : 
Let  us  give  thanks  and  sing, 

And  glory  in  his  grace  : 
Rejoice  in  hope,  rejoice  with  me, 
We  shall  from  all  our  sins  be  free. 

31t  S.  M. 

1    £Ti  OME,  ye  that  love  the  Lord, 
vJ  And  let  your  joys  be  known  ; 
Join  in  a  song  with  sweet  accord, 
While  ye  surround  his  throne. 
!   2  Let  those  refuse  to  sing, 

Who  never  knew  our  God : 
But  servants  of  the  heavenly  king 
May  speak  their  joys  abroad. 


2-40  REJOICING 

3  The  God  that  rules  on  high, 

That  all  the  earth  surveys, 

That  rides  upon  the  stormy  sky, 

And  calms  the  roaring  seas. 

4  This  awful  God  is  ours, 

Our  Father  and  our  Love  ; 
He  will  send  down  his  heavenly  powers, 
To  carry  us  above, 

5  There  we  shall  see  his  face, 

And  never,  never  sin  ; 
There  from  the  rivers  of  his  grace 
Drink  endless  pleasures  in. 


Yea,  and  before  we  rise 

To  that  immortal  state, 
The  thoughts  of  such  amazing  bliss 

Should  constant  joys  create. 


- 


7  The  men  of  grace  have  found 

Glory  begun  below : 
Celestial  fruit  on  earthly  ground, 
From  faith  and  hope  may  grow. 

8  Then  let  our  songs  abound, 

And  every  tear  be  dry : 
We're  marching  through  ImmanueFs 
To  fairer  worlds  on  high.  [ground, 

318  L.  ML 

1  TJTAPPY  the  man  that  finds  the  graoe, 
IljL  The  blessing  of  God's  chosen  race; 
The  wisdom  coming  from  above, 

The  faith  that  sweetly  works  by  love. 

2  Happy,  beyond  description,  he 

Who  knows  "the  Saviour  died  forme!" 


AND   PRAISE.  241 

The  gift  unspeakable  obtains, 

And  heavenly  understanding  gains. 

3  Wisdom  divine  !  who  tells  the  price 
Of  "wisdom's  costly  merchandise? 
Wisdom  to  silver  we  prefer, 

And  gold  is  dross  compar  d  to  her. 

4  Her  hands  are  fill'd  with  length  of  days, 
True  riches,  and  immortal  praise : 
Riches  of  Christ,  on  all  bestow'd, 

And  honor  that  descends  from  God. 

5  To  purest  joys  she  all  invites, 
Chaste,  holy,  spiritual  delights ; 
Her  ways  are  ways  of  pleasantness, 
And  all  her  flow'ry  paths  are  peace. 

6  Happy  the  man  who  wisdom  gains : 
Thrice  happy  who  his  guest  retains  : 
He  owns,  and  shall  forever  own, 
Wisdom,  and  Christ,  and  heaven,  are  one. 

319  P.  M. 

1  f\  TELL  me  no  more 

\J  Of  this  world's  vain  store, 
The  time  for  such  trifles  with  me  now  is  o'er; 

A  country  I've  found 

Where  true  joys  abound, 
To   dwell  I'm    determin'd   on   that    happy 
ground. 

2  The  souls  that  believe, 
In  paradise  live, 

And  me  in  that  number  will  Jesus  receive  ; 

My  soul,  don't  delay — 

He  calls  thee  away, 
Rise,  follow  thy  Saviour,  and  bless  that  glad 
day. 

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242  REJOICING? 

3  No  mortal  doth  know 
What  he  can  bestow, 

What  light,  strength,  and  comfort — go  after 
him,  go ; 
Lo,  onward  I  move 
To  a  city  above, 
None  guesses  how   wondrous  my   journey 
will  prove. 

4  Great  spoils  I  shall  win 
From  death,  hell,  and  sinr 

'Midst  outward  affliction   shall  feel  Christ 
within  : 

And  when  I'm  to  die, 

Eeceive  me,  I'll  cry, 
For  Jesus  hath  lov'd  me,  I  cannot  tell  why, 

5  But  this  I  do  find, 
We  two  are  so  join'd, 

He'll  not  live  in  glory  and  leave  me  behind^ 

So  this  is  the  race 

I'm  running  through  grace 
Henceforth,   till  admitted  to  see  my  Lord's- 
face. 

6  And  now  I'm  in  care, 
My  neighbors  may  share 

These  blessings :  to  seek  them  will  none  of 
you  dare  ? 
In  bondage,  0  why, 
And  death  will  you  lie, 
When  one  here  assures  you  free  grace  is  so* 
nigh? 

320  C.  M. 


M 


Y  God,  the  spring  of  all  my  joys, 
The  life  of  my  delights> 


AND   PRAISE.  243 

The  glory  of  my  brightest  days, 
And  comfort  of  my  nights  ! 

2  In  darkest  shades,  if  thou  appear, 
My  dawning  is  begun  ; 
Thou  art  my  soul's  bright  morning  star, 
And  thou  my  rising  sun. 

8  The  op'ning  heavens  around  me  shine, 
With  beams  of  sacred  bliss, 
If  Jesus  shows  his  mercy  mine, 
And  whispers  I  am  his. 

4  My  soul  would  leave  this  heavy  clay 
At  that  transporting  word, 
Run  up  with  joy  the  shining  way, 
To  see  and  praise  my  Lord. 

6  Fearless  of  hell  and  ghastly  death, 
I'd  break  through  every  foe; 
The  wings  of  love  and  arms  of  faith, 
Would  bear  me  conqu'ror  through. 

321     i  C.  M. 

1  "1"  ET  every  tongue  thy  goodness  speak, 
JLd  Thou  sov'reign  Lord  of  all, 

Thy  strength' ning  hands  uphold  the  weak, 
And  raise  the  poor  that  fall. 

2  When  sorrows  bow  the  spirit  down, 

When  virtue  lies  distress'd  ; 
Beneath  the  proud  oppressor's  frown, 
Thou  giv'st  the  mourner  rest. 

8  Thou  know'st  the  pains  thy  servants  feel, 
Thou  hear'st  thy  children's  cry; 

[    And  their  best  wishes  to  fulfill, 
Thy  grace  is  ever  nigh. 


244  REJOICING 

4  Thy  mercy  never  shall  remove 

From  men  of  heart  sincere : 
Thou  sav'st  the  souls  whose  humble  love 
Is  join'd  with  holy  fear. 

5  'My  lips  shall  dwell  upon  thy  praise. 

And  spread  thy  fame  abroad  : 
Let  all  the  sons  of  Adam  raise 
The  honors  of  their  God. 

322  L.  M. 

1  O  EFORE  Jehovah's  awful  throne, 

.O   Ye  nations  bow  with  sacred  joy ; 
Know  that  the  Lord  is  God  alone, 
He  can  create,  and  he  destroy. 

2  His  sov'reign  power,  without  our  aid, 

Made  us  of  clay,  and  form'd  us  men: 
And  when  like  wand' ring  sheep  we  stray 'd, 
He  brought  us  to  his  fold  again. 

3  We'll  crowd  thy  gates  with  thankful  songs, 

High  as  the  heavens  our  voices  raise : 
And  earth,  with  her  ten  thousand  tongues, 
Shall  fill  thy  courts  with  sounding  praise. 

4  Wide  as  the  world,  is  thy  command ; 

Vast  as  eternity,  thy  love ; 
Firm  as  a  rock  thy  truth  must  stand, 
When  rolling  years  shall  cease  to  move. 

323  P.  M. 

1  r\  THOU  God  of  my  salvation, 
\J  My  Redeemer  from  all  sin  ; 
Mov'd  by  thy  divine  compassion, 

Who  hast  died  my  heart  to  win, 

I  will  praise  thee,  I  will  praise  thee  : 

Where  shall  I  thy  praise  begin  ? 


AND   PRAISE.  245 

2  Though  unseen,  I  love  the  Saviour ; 

He  hath  brought  salvation  near ; 

Manifests  his  pard'ning  favor; 
And  when  Jesus  doth  appear, 

Soul  and  body,  Soul  and  body- 
Shall  his  glorious  image  bear. 

3  While  the  angel  choirs  are  crying, 

Glory  to  the  Great  I  AM ! 
I  with  them  will  still  be  vying, 

Glory  !  glory  to  the  Lamb  ! 
0  how  precious,  0  how  precious 

Is  the  sound  of  Jesus'  name ! 

4  Angels  now  are  hov'ring  round  us, 

Unperceiv'd  they  mix  the  throng, 
Wond'ring  at  the  love  that  crown'd  us, 

Glad  to  join  the  holy  song : 
Hallelujah  !  Hallelujah ! 

Love  and  praise  to  Christ  belong  ! 

5  Now  I  see  with  joy  and  wonder, 

Whence  the  gracious  spring  arose ; 
Angel  minds  are  lost  to  ponder, 

Dying  love's  mysterious  cause  ; 
Yet  the  blessing,  Yet  the  blessing 

Down  to  all,  to  me  it  flows  ! 

6  This  hath  set  me  all  on  fire ; 

Strongly  glows  the  flame  of  love ; 
Higher  mounts  my  soul,  and  higher, 

Struggles  for  its  swift  remove  ; 
Then  I'll  praise  him,  Then  I'll  praise  him, 

In  a  nobler  strain  above ! 

324  C  M. 

1   r\  'TIS  delight  without  alloy, 
\J  Jesus,  to  hear  thy  name ; 


246  REJOICING 

My  spirit  le?aps  with  inward  joy, 

I  feel  the  sacred  flame. 
2  My  passions  hold  a  pleasing  reign, 

When  love  inspires  my  breast, 
Love,  the  divinest  of  the  train, 

The  sov'reign  of  the  rest. 
8  This  is  the  grace  must  live  and  sing, 

When  faith  and  hope  shall  cease, 
Must  sound  from  every  joyful  string, 

Through  ail  the  realms  of  blis3. 

4  Let  life  immortal  seize  my  clay  ; 

Let  love  refine  my  blood ; 
Her  flames  can  bear  my  soul  away, 
Can  bring  me  near  my  God. 

5  Swift  I  ascend  the  heavenly  place, 

And  hasten  to  my  home, 
I  leap  to  meet  thy  kind  embrace, 
I  come,  0  Lord,  I  come. 

6  Sink  down,  ye  separating  hills, 

Let  sin  and  death  remove  ; 
'Tis  love  that  drives  my  chariot  wheels, 
And  death  must  yield  to  love. 

325  P.  M. 

1  "fJTOW  happy  are  they, 
Jl1_  Y\Tho  their  Saviour  obey, 

And  have  laid  up  their  treasure  above  ! 
Tongue  cannot  express 
The  sweet  comfort  and  peace 

Of  a  soul  in  its  eai^liest  love ! 

2  That  comfort  was  mine, 
When  the  favor  divine 

I  first  found  in  the  blood  of  the  Lamb ! 


AND    PRAISE.  247 

When  my  heart  it  belie  v'd 
What  a  joy  I  receiv'd, 
What  a  heaven  in  Jesus' s  name  ! 

2     'Twas  a  heaven  below 

My  Redeemer  to  know, 
And  the  angels  eould  do  nothing  more 

Than  to  fall  at  his  feet, 

And  the  story  repeat, 
And  the  Lover  of  sinners  adore. 

4  Jesus  all  the  day  long 
Was  my  joy  and  my  song : 

0  that  all  his  salvation  might  see ! 

He  hathlov'd  me,  I  cried, 

He  hath  sutler' d  and  died, 
To  redeem  such  a  rebel  as  me, 

5  On  the  wings  of  his  love, 
I  was  carried  above 

All  sin,  and  temptation,  and  pain  ; 

I  could  not  believe 

That  I  ever  should  grieve, 
That  I  ever  should  suffer  again. 

6  I  rode  on  the  sky, 
Freely  justified  I, 

Nor  did  envy  Elijah  his  seat: 

My  soul  mounted  higher 

In  a  chariot  of  fire, 
And  the  moon  it  was  under  my  feet. 

7  0  the  rapturous  height 
Of  that  holy  delight 

Which  I  felt  in  the  life-giving  blood  ! 

Of  my  Saviour  possest, 

I  was  perfectly  blest, 
As  if  fill'd  with  the  fullness  of  God. 


248  REJOICING 

326  P.  M, 

1  TIOW  precious  is  the  name! 
JUL  Brethren  sing,  brethren  sing, 
How  precious  is  the  name, 

Brethren  sing  ! 
How  precious  is  the  name 
Of  Christ,  the  paschal  Lamb, 
Who  bore  our  guilt  and  shame 
On  the  tree,  On  the  tree, 
Who  bore  our  guilt  and  shame 

On  the  tree. 

2  I've  given  all  for  Christ, 
He's  my  all,  he's  my  all, 
I've  given  all  for  Christ, 

He's  my  all ; 
I've  given  all  for  Christ, 
And  my  spirit  cannot  rest, 
Unless  he's  in  my  breast, 
Reigning  there,  Reigning  there, 
Unless  he's  in  my  breast, 

Reigning  there. 

3  His  easy  yoke  I'll  bear 
With  delight,  with  delight, 
His  easy  yoke  I'll  bear 

With  delight ; 
His  easy  yoke  I'll  bear, 
And  his  cross  I  will  not  fear ; 
His  name  I  will  declare, 
Evermore,  Evermore, 
His  name  I  will  declare, 

Evermore. 

4  And  when  we  all  get  home, 
We  will  sing,  we  will  sing, 


AND   PRAISE.  249 

And  when  we  all  get  home, 

We  will  sing; 
And  when  we  all  get  home, 
Around  our  Father's  throne, 
And  myriads  join  the  theme, 
We'll  sing  on,  We'll  sing  on 
And  myriads  join  the  theme, 

We'll  sing  on. 
32?  C.  M. 

1  CJING  to  the  Lord,  Jehovah's  name, 
£3   And  in  his  strength  rejoice ; 
When  his  salvation  is  our  theme, 

Exalted  be  our  voice. 

2  With  thanks  approach  his  awful  sight, 

And  psalms  of  honor  sing  ; 
The  Lord's  a  God  of  boundless  might, 
The  whole  creation's  King. 

3  Come  and  with  humble  souls  adore, 

Come  kneel  before  his  face  ; 
0  may  the  creatures  of  his  power 
Be  children  of  his  grace. 

4  Now  is  the  time  he  lends  his  ear, 

And  waits  for  your  request ; 
Come,  lest  he  rouse  his  wrath  and  swear, 
"Ye  shall  not  see  my  rest." 
328  8  lines  8s. 

1  TTOW  tedious  and  tasteless  the  hours, 
JUL  When  Jesus  no  longer  I  see  ; 
Sweet  prospects,    sweet  birds,   and  sweet 
flowers, 
Have  all  lost  their  sweetness  to  me  : 
The  midsummer  sun  shines  but  dim, 
The  fields  strive  in  vain  to  look  gay ; 


250  REJOICING 

But  when  1  am  happy  in  him, 
December  's  as  pleasant  as  May. 

2  His  name  yields  the  richest  perfume, 

And  sweeter  than  music  his  voice ; 
His  presence  disperses  my  gloom, 

And  makes  all  within  me  rejoice; 
I  should,  were  he  always  thus  nigh, 

Have  nothing  to  wish  or  to  fear, 
No  mortal  so  happy  as  I, 

My  summer  would  last  all  the  year. 

3  Content  with  beholding  his  face, 

My  all  to  his  pleasure  resign'd; 
No  changes  of  season  or  place 

Would  make  any  change  in  my  mind: 
While  bless'd  with  a  sense  of  his  love, 

A  palace  a  toy  would  appear  ; 
And  prisons  would  palaces  prove, 

If  Jesus  would  dwell  with  me  there. 

4  Dear  Lord,  if  indeed  I  am  thine, 

If  thou  art  my  sun  and  my  song, 
Say  why  do  I  languish  and  pine  ? 

And  why  are  my  winters  so  long  ? 
0  drive  these  dark  clouds  from  my  sky, 

Thy  soul-cheering  presence  restore  : 
Or  take  me  to  thee  up  on  high, 

Where  winter  and  clouds  are  no  more. 

329  P.  M. 

1  ins"  ARK  !  how  the  Gospel  trumpet  sounds ! 
JO.  Through  all  the  world  the  echo  bounds, 
And  Jesus,  by  redeeming  blood, 
Is  bringing  sinners  back  to  God : 
And  guides  them  safely  by  his  word 
To  endless  day. 


AND   PRAISE.  251 

2  Hail  !  all-victorious,  conqu'ring  Lord! 
Be  thou  by  all  thy  works  ador'd, 
Who  undertook  for  sinful  man, 
And  brought  salvation  through  thy  name, 
That  we  with  thee  may  ever  reign 
In  endless  day. 

8  Fight  on,  ye  conqu'ring  souls,  fight  on! 
And  when  the  conquest  you  have  won, 
Then  palms  of  vict'ry  you  shall  bear, 
And  in  his  kingdom  have  a  share; 
And  crowns  of  glory  ever  wear 
In  endless  day. 

£  There  we  shall  in  full  chorus  join, 
With  saints  and  angels  all  combine, 
To  sing  of  his  redeeming  love, 
When  rolling  years  shall  cease  to  move, 
And  this  shall  be  our  theme  above 
In  endless  day. 

33©  L.  M. 

1  TTiROM  all  that  dwell  below  the  skies, 
JC    Let  the  Creator's  praise  arise, 

Let  the  Redeemer's  name  be  sung 
Through  every  land,  by  every  tongue. 

2  Eternal  are  thy  mercies,  Lord, 
Eternal  truth  attends  thy  word  ; 

Thy  praise  shall  sound  from  shore  to  shore, 
Till  suns  shall  rise  and  set  no  more. 

3  Your  lofty  themes;  ye  mortals,  bring, 
In  songs  of  praise  divinely  sing  : 
The  great  salvation  loud  proclaim : 
And  shout  for  joy  the  Saviour's  name. 
In  every  land  begin  the  song  : 
To  every  land  the  strains  belong ; 


252  REJOICING 

In  cheerful  sounds  all  voices  raise, 
And  fill  the  world  with  loudest  praise. 

331  S.  M. 

1  it  LMIGHTY  Maker,  God, 
j[_V_  How  glorious  is  thy  name  ! 
Thy  wonders  how  diffus'd  abroad, 

Throughout  creation's  frame! 

2  In  native  white  and  red 

The  rose  and  lily  stand, 
And,  free  from  pride,  their  beauties  spread 
To  show  thy  skilful  hand. 

3  The  lark  mounts  up  the  sky, 

With  unambitious  song  ; 
And  bears  her  Maker's  praise  on  high, 
Upon  her  artless  tongue. 

4  Fain  would  I  raise  and  sing 

To  my  Creator  too ; 
Fain  would  my  heart  adore  my  King, 
And  give  him  praises  due. 

5  Descend,  celestial  fire, 

And  seize  me  from  above  ! 
Wrap  me  in  flames  of  pure  desire, 
And  sacrifice  of  love. 

6  Let  joy  and  worship  spend 

The  remnant  of  my  days: 
And  to  my  God  my  soul  ascend 
In  sweet  perfumes  of  praise. 

332  L.  M. 

1  "F^RAISFj  ye  the  Lord;  exalt  his  name, 
Jt     While  in  his  holy  courts  ye  wait, 
Ye  saints,  who  to  his  house  belong, 
Or  stand  attending  at  his  gate. 


AND    PRAISE.  253 

2  Praise  ye  the  Lord ;  the  Lord  is  good ; 
To  praise  his  name  is  sweet  employ  ; 
Israel  he  chose  of  old,  and  still 
His  church  is  his  peculiar  joy. 
8  The  Lord  himself  will  judge  his  saints  ; 
He  treats  his  servants  as  his  friends  : 
And,  when  he  hears  their  sore  complaints, 
Repents  the  sorrows  that  he  sends. 
4  Through  every  age  the  Lord  declares 

His  name,  and  breaks  th:  oppressor's  rod; 
He  gives  his  sutf'ring  servants  rest, 
And  will  be  known  th1  Almighty  God. 
6  Bless  him,  all  ye  who  taste  his  love; 
People  and  priests,  exalt  his  name: 
Among  his  saints  he  ever  dwells ; 
His  church  is  his  Jerusalem. 
838  4  6s,  &  2  8s. 

1  T)  EJOICE,  the  Lord  is  King  ; 
J\j  Your  Lord  and  King  adore  ; 
Mortals,  give  thanks  and  sing, 

And  triumph  evermore ; 
Lift  up  your  hearts,  lift  up  your  voice, 
Rejoice,  again  I  say,  rejoice. 

2  Jesus,  the  Saviour,  reigns, 

The  God  of  truth  and  love. 
When  he  had  purg'd  our  stains, 

He  took  his  seat  above; 
Lift  up  your  hearts,  &c. 

3  His  kingdom  cannot  fail, 

He  rules  o'er  earth  and  heaven  ; 
The  keys  of  death  and  hell 

Are  to  our  Jesus  given  ; 
Lift  up  your  hearts,  &c. 


254  RFJOICING 

4  He  sits  at  God's  right  hand 

Till  all  his  foes  submit, 
And  bow  to  his  command, 

And  fall  beneath  his  feet ; 
Lift  up  your  hearts,  &c. 

5  He  all  his  foes  shall  quell, 

Shall  all  our  sins  destroy  : 
And  every  bosom  swell 

With  pure  seraphic  joy  ; 
Lift  up  your  hearts,  &c. 

6  E,ejoice  in  glorious  hope, 

Jesus  the  Judge  shall  come; 
And  take  his  servants  up 

To  their  eternal  home ; 
We  soon  shall  hear  th'  archangel's  voice 
The  trump  of  God  shall  sound,  .Rejoice  ! 
334  C.  M. 

1  /jPlOME,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs 
V-7  With  angels  round  the  throne  ; 
Ten  thousand  thousand  are  their  tongues 

But  all  their  joys  are  one. 

2  Worthy  the  Lamb  that  died,  they  cry, 

To  be  exalted  thus  : 
Worthy  the  Lamb,  our  hearts  reply, 
For  he  was  slain  for  us. 

3  Jesus  is  worthy  to  receive 

Honor  and  power  divine ; 
And  blessings  more  than  we  can  give, 
Be,  Lord,  forever  thine. 

4  The  whole  creation  join  in  one, 

To  bless  the  sacred  name 
Of  Him  that  sits  upon  the  throne, 
And  to  adore  the  Lamb. 


AND   PRAISE.  255 

335  S.  M. 

I OME,  sound  his  praise  abroad, 


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And  hymns  of  glory  sing  ; 
Jehovah  is  the  sov'reign  God, 
The  universal  King. 

2  He  form/d  the  deeps  unknown, 

He  gave  the  seas  their  bound ; 
The  wat'ry  worlds  are  all  his  own, 
And  all  the  solid  ground. 

3  Come,  worship  at  his  throne, 

Come,  bow  before  the  Lord; 
We  are  his  works  and  not  our  own, 
He  form'd  us  by  his  word. 

4  To-day  attend  his  voice, 

Nor  dare  provoke  his  rod ; 
Come,  like  the  people  of  his  choice, 
And  own  your  gracious  God. 
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1  O  ONGS  of  praise  the  angels  sang, 
k3   Heaven  with  hallelujahs  rang, 
When  Jehovah's  work  begun, 
When  he  spake,  and  it  was  done. 

2  Songs  of  praise  awoke  the  morn, 
When  the  Prince  of  Peace  was  boru7 
Songs  of  praise  arose,  when  he 
Captive  led  captivity. 

3  Heaven  and  earth  must  pass  away, 
Songs  of  praise  shall  crown  that  day  ; 
God  will  make  new  heavens  and  earth7 
Songs  of  praise  shall  hail  their  birth. 

4  And  will  man  alone  be  dumb, 
Till  that  glorious*  kingdom  come  ? 


256  REJOICING 

No — the  church  delights  to  raise 
Psalms,  and  hymns,  and  songs  of  praise. 

5  Saints  below,  with  heart  and  voice, 
Still  in  songs  of  praise  rejoice  ; 
Learning  here,  by  faith  and  love, 
Songs  of  praise  to  sing  above. 

6  Borne  upon  the  latest  breath, 
Songs  of  praise  shall  conquer  death  ; 
Then  amidst  eternal  joy, 

Songs  of  praise  their  powers  employ. 

est  c.  m. 

1  TTJOW  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds 
JO.  In  a  believer's  ear  ! 

It  soothes  his  sorrows,  heals  his  wounds, 
And  drives  away  his  fear. 

2  It  makes  the  wounded  spirit  whole, 

And  calms  the  troubled  breast ; 
'Tis  manna  to  the  hungry   soul, 
And  to  the  weary  rest. 

8  Dear  name  !  the  Rock  on  which  I  build; 
My  shield  and  hiding  place  ; 
My  never-failing  treasure,  fill'd 
With  boundless  stores  of  grace. 

4  By  thee  my  prayers  acceptance  gain, 

Although  with  sin  defil'd; 
Satan  accuses  me  in  vain, 
And  I  am  own'd  a  child. 

5  Jesus !  my  shepherd,  husband,  friend, 

My  prophet,  priest,  and  king  ; 
My  Lord,  my  life,  my  way,  my  end, 
Accept  the  praise  I  bring. 


AND   P&AISE.  257 

■  Weak  is  the  effort  of  my  heart, 
And  cold  my  warmest  thought; 
But  when  I  see  thee  as  thou  art, 
I'll  praise  thee  as  I  ought. 
7  Till  then  I  would  thy  love  proclaim  - 
With  every  fleeting  breath  : 
And  may  the  music  of  thy  name 
Refresh  my  soul  in  death. 

33s  P.  M. 


SAVIOUR,  I  do  feel  thy  merit, 
Sprinkled  with  redeeming  blood ; 
And  my  troubled,  weary  spirit, 

Now  finds  rest  in  thee,  my  God. 
I  am  safe,  and  I  am  happy, 

While  in  thy  dear  arms  I  lie'; 
Sin  or  Satan  cannot  harm  me, 

While  my  Saviour  is  so  nigh. 
Now  I'll  sing  of  Jesus'  merit, 

Tell  the  world  of  his  dear  Name ; 
That  if  any  want  his  Spirit, 

He  is  still  the  very  same. 
He  that  asketh  soon  receiveth; 

He  that  seeks  is  sure  to  find  ; 
Who  of  comfort  is  bereaved, 

Jesus  never  casts  behind. 
Now  our  Advocate  is  pleading, 

With  his  Father  and  our  God : 
Now  for  us  he's  interceding, 

As  the  purchase  of  his  blood. 
Now  methinks  I  hear  him  praying, 

"Father  spare  them,  I  have  died:" 
And  the  Father  answers,  saying, 

"They  are  freely  justified." 

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258  KEJOICING 

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Redeeming  love. 

1  ^TOW  begin  the  heavenly  theme, 
JL^    Sing  aloud  to  Jesus'  name  ! 
Ye  who  his  salvation  prove, 
Triumph  in  redeeming  love. 

2  Ye  who  see  the  Father's  grace 
Beaming  in  the  Saviour's  face, 
As  to  Canaan  on  ye  move, 
Praise  and  bless  redeeming  love. 

3  Mourning  souls,  dry  up  your  tears  ; 
Banish  all  your  guilty  fears; 
See  your  guilt  and  curse  remove, 
Canceled  by  redeeming  love. 

4  Ye,  alas  !  who  long  have  been 
Willing  slaves  to  death  and  sin, 
Now  from  bliss  no  longer  rove, 
Stop,  and  taste  redeeming  love. 

5  Welcome  all  by  sin  oppress'd, 
.  Welcome  to  his  sacred  rest : 

Nothing  brought  him  from  above, 
Nothing  but  redeeming  love. 

340  CM.  " 

1  A  WAKE,  ye  saints,  and  raise  your  eyes. 
XJl  And  raise  your  voices  high : 
Awake,  and  praise  that  sov'reign  grace, 

That  shows  salvation  nigh. 

2  On  all  the  wings  of  time  it  flies ; 

Each  moment  brings  it  near  : 
Then  welcome,  each  declining  day, 
And  each  revolving  year. 


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8  Nor  many  years  their  rounds  shall  run, 
Nor  nianj^  mornings  rise, 
Ere  all  its  glories  stand  revealed 
To  our  admiring  eyes. 
4  Ye  wheels  of  nature,  speed  your  course  ; 
Ye  mortal  powers,  decay  ! 
Fast  as  ye  bring  the  night  of  death, 
Ye  bring  eternal  day. 
341  L.  M. 

1  A  "WAKE,  my  soul,  in  joyful  lays, 

XA.  And  sing  the  great  Redeemer's  praise; 
He,  justly,  claims  a  song  from  me — 
His  loving-kindness,  0,  how  free! 

2  He  saw  me  ruined  by  the  fall, 
Yet  loved  me,  notwithstanding  all ; 
He  saved  me  from  my  lost  estate — 
His  loving-kindness,  0,  how  great  ! 

3  Through  numerous  hosts  of- mighty  foes, 
Though  earth  and  hell  my  way  oppose, 
He  safely  leads  my  soul  along — 

His  loving-kindness,  0,  how  strong ! 

4  When  trouble,  like  a  gloomy  cloud, 

Has  gathered  thick  and  thundered  loud, 
He  near  my  soul  has  always  stood— 
His  loving-kindness,  0,  how  good  ! 

5  Although  I  feel  my  sinful  he&rt, 
Prone  from  my  Saviour  to  depart ; 
And  though  I  have  him  oft  forgot, 
His  loving-kindness  changes  not. 

6  Soon  shall  I  pass  the  gloomy  vale, 
Soon  all  my  mortal  powr's  must  fail; 
0  !  may  my  last  expiring  breath 
His  loving-kindness  sing  in  death. 


260  PRAYER  AND 

7  Then  let  me  mount  and  soar  away, 
To  brighter  worlds  of  endless  day, 
And  sing,  with  rapture  and  surprise, 
His  loving-kindness  in  the  skies. 


PRAYER  AND  INTERCESSION. 

342  C.  M. 

1  "j^KAY'R  is  the  soul's  sincere  desire, 
JL     Utter' d  or  unexpress'd, 

The  motion  of  a  hidden  fire, 
That  trembles  in  the  breast. 

2  Pray'r  is  the  burden  of  a  sigh, 

The  falling  of  a  tear  ; 
The  upward  glancing  of  an  eye, 
When  none  but  God  is  near. 

3  Pray'r  is  the  simplest  form  of  speech, 

That  infant  lips  can  try  ; 
Pray'r  the  sublirnest  strains  that  reach 
The  Majesty  on  high. 

4  Pray'r  is  the  Christian's  vital  breath, 

The  Christian's  native  air,' 
His  watchword  at  the  gate  of  death- 
He  enters  heaven  with  pray'r. 

5  Pray'r  is  fhe  contrite  sinner's  voice, 

Returning  from  his  ways, 
While  angels  in  their  songs  rejoice, 
And  cry,  "Behold,  he  prays." 

6  0  Thou,  by  whom  we  come  to  God, 

The  life,  the  truth,  the  way, 
The  path  of  pray'r  thyself  hast  trod  : 
'"Lord,  teach  us  how  to  pray." 


INTERCESSION.  261 

343  S.  M. 

The  Lord's  prayer. 
iUR  heavenly  Father,  hear 


'0 


The  pray'r  we  offer  now  : 
Thy  name  be  hallow' d,  far  and  near, 
To  thee  all  nations  bow. 

2  Thy  kingdom  come ;  thy  will 

On  earth  be  done  in  love, 
As  saints  and  seraphim  fulfill 
Thy  perfect  law  above. 

3  Our  daily  bread  supply, 

While  by  thy  word  we  live  ; 
The  guilt  of  our  iniquity 
Forgive,  as  we  forgive. 

4  From  dark  temptation's  power, 

From  Satan's  wiles  defend; 
Deliver  in  the  evil  hour, 
And  guide  us  to  tjie  end. 

5  Thine,  then,  forever  be 

Glory,  and  power  divine; 
The  sceptre,  throne,  and  majesty 
Of  heaven  and  earth,  are  thine. 

6  Thus  humbly  taught  to  pray, 

By  thy  beloved  Son,  4  ± 

Through  him  we  come  to  thee,  and  say — 
All  for  his  sake  be  done. 

344  L.  M. 

1    |  JjR AY'B  is  appointed  to  convey 

IT     The  blessings  God  designs  to  give; 
Long  as  they  live  should  Christians  pray, 
They  learn  to  pray  when  first  they  live. 


262  PRAYER  AND 

2  If  pain  afflict,  or  -wrongs  oppress 

If  cares  distract,  or  fears  dismay; 
If  guilt  deject;  if  sin  distress ; 

In  every  case,  still  watch  and  pray. 

3  'Tis  pray'r  supports  the  soul  that's  weak. 

Ino  thought  be  broken,  language  lame, 
±Tay,  if  thou  canst,  or  canst  not  speak : 
-But  pray  with  faith  in  Jesus'  name. 

4  Depend  on  Him;  thou  canst  not  fail  • 

Make  all  thy  wants  and  wishes  known ; 
-tear  not;  his  merits  must  prevail : 
Ask  but  in  faith,  it  shall  be  done. 
345  L.  M. 

1  "W"HAT  Tarious  hindrances  we  meet 

V  \     In  coming  to  the  mercy-seat! 
^et  who  that  knows  the  worth  of  pray'r 
-But  wishes  to  be  often  there ! 

2  Pray'r  makes  the  darken'd  cloud  withdraw,' 
Pray  r  climbs  the  ladder  Jacob  saw— 
Uiyes  exercise  to  faith  and  love- 
Brings  every  blessing  from  above. 

3  Restraining  pray'r,  we  cease  to  fight- 
Pray'r   makes    the    Christian's   armor 

bright- 
And  SatanArembles  when  he  sees 
The  weakest  saint  upon  his  knees. 

4  Have  you  no  words  ?  ah!  think  again: 
Words  flow  apace  when  you  complain 
And  fill  your  fellow-creature's  ear 
With  the  sad  tale  of  all  your  care. 

5  Were  half  the  breath  thus  vainly  spent 
To  heaven  in  supplications  sent 


INTERCESSION.  263 

Your  cheerful  songs  would  oft'ner  be, 
"Hear  what  the  Lord  has  done  for  me !" 

346  S.  M. 

1  ~jVf"Y  God,  my  life,  my  love, 
JLv  J   To  thee,  to  thee  I  call : 
I  cannot  live  if  thou  remove, 

For  thou  art  all  in  all. 

2  Thy  shining  grace  can  cheer 

This  dungeon  where  I  dwell : 
'Tis  paradise  when  thou  art  here, 
If  thou  depart  'tis  hell. 

3  The  smilings  of  thy  face, 

How  amiable  they  are ! 
'Tis  heaven  to  rest  in  thine  embrace, 
And  nowhere  else  but  there. 

4  To  thee,  and  thee  alone, 

The  angels  owe  their  blis3  ; 
They  sit  around  thy  gracious  throne, 
And  dwell  where  Jesus  is. 

5  Not  all  the  harps  above, 

Can  make  a  heavenly  place, 
If  God  his  residence  remove, 
Or  but  conceal  his  face. 

6  Nor  earth,  nor  all  the  sky, 

Can  one  delight  afford ; 
No,  not  one  drop  of  real  joy, 
Without  thy  presence,  Lord. 

7  Thou  art  the  sea  of  love, 

Where  all  my  pleasures  roll  : 
The  circle  where  nny  passions  move, 
centre  of  my  soul. 


264  PRAYER   AND 

8  To  thee  my  spirits  fly, 
With  infinite  desire : 
And  yet  how  far  from  thee  I  lie  ! 
0  Jesus,  raise  me  higher. 

34 ¥  L.  M. 

1  ~f%/ffl"Y  hope,  my  all,  my  Saviour  thou,. 
AY  JL  To  thee,  lo,  now  my  soul  I  how  ; 
I  feel  the  bliss  thy  wounds  impart, 

I  find  thee,  Saviour,  in  my  heart. 

2  Be  thou  my  strength,  be  thou  my  way, 
Protect  me  through  my  life's  short  day  : 
In  all  my  acts  my  wisdom  guide, 

And  keep  me,  Saviour,  near  thy  side. 

3  Correct,  reprove,  and  comfort  me  ; 
As  I  have  need,  my  Saviour  be: 
And  if  I  would  from  thee  depart, 
Then  clasp  me,  Saviour,  to  thy  heart. 

4  In  fierce  temptation's  darkest  hour, 
Save  me  from  sin  and  Satan's  power; 
Tear  every  idol  from  thy  throne, 
And  reign,  my  Saviour,  reign  alone. 

5  My  suff'ring  time  shall  soon  be  o'er, 
Then  shall  I  sigh  and  weep  no  more ; 
My  ransom' d  soul  shall  soar  away, 
To  sing  thy  praise  in  endless  day. 

348  G.  M. 

1  TTMTHEB,  I  stretch  my  hands  to  thee. 
Jl    No  other  help  I  know, 

If  thou  withdraw  thyself  from  me, 
Ah,  whither  shall  I  go  ? 

2  What  did  thine  only  *Son  endure,,. 

Before  I  drew  my  breath ! 


INTERCESSION.  265 

What  pain,  what  labor,  to  secure 
My  soul  from  endless  death ! 

3  0  Jesus,  could  I  this  believe^ 

I  now  should  feel  thy  power : 
Now  my  poor  soul  thou  wouldst  retrieve^. 
Nor  let  me  wait  one  hour. , 

4  Author  of  faith,  to  thee  I  lift 

My  weary,  longing  eyes : 
0  let  me  now  receive  that  gift, 
My  soul  without  it  dies. 

5  Surely  thou  canst  not  let  me  die : 

0  speak,  and  I  shall  live  : 

And  here  I  will  unwearied  lie, 

Till  thou  thy  Spirit  give. 

6  The  worst  of  sinners  would  rejoice,. 

Could  they  but  see  thy  face : 
0  let  mehear  thy  quiek'ning  voiee,. 
And  taste  thy  pard'ning  grace  ! 

849  C.  M. 

1  TESXJS,  the  all-restoring  Word, 
®|    My  fallen  spirit's  hope  ; 
After  thy  lovely  likeness,  Lord, 

Ah,  when  shall  I  wake  up ! 

2  Thou,  0  my  God,  thou  only  art 

The  Life,  the  Truth,  the  Way  ; 
Quicken  my  soul,  instruct  my  heart. 
My  sinking  footsteps  stay. 

3  Of  all  thou  hast  in  earth  below, 

In  heaven  above  to  give, 
Give  me  thy  only  love  to  know. 
In  thee  to  walk  and  live. 


266  PRAYER   AND 

4  Fill  me  with  all  the  life  of  love; 

In  mystic  union  join 
Me  to  thyself,  and  let  me  prove 
The  fellowship  divine. 

5  Open  the  intercourse  between 

My  longing  soul  and  thee, 
Never  to  be  broke  off  again 
To  all  eternity. 

35©  C.  M. 

1  "IVfOW,  gracious  Lord,  thine  arm  reveal, 
J3I    And  make  thy  glory  known  ; 
Now  let  us  all  thy  presence  feel, 

And  soften  hearts  of  stone. 

2  Help  us  to  venture  near  thy  throne, 

And  plead  a  Saviour's  name; 
For  all  that  we  can  call  our  own, 
Is  vanity  and  shame. 

3  Send  down  thy  Spirit  from  above, 

That  saints  may  love  thee  more, 
And  sinners  now  may  learn  to  love, 
Who  never  lov'd  before. 

4  And  when  before  thee  we  appear, 

In  our  eternal  home, 
May  growing  numbers  worship  here, 
And  praise  thee  in  our  room. 

351  C.  M. 

1  "gjrERE,  in  the  presence  of  our  God, 
MIL  We've  met  to  seek  his  face: 
0  let  us  feel  th'  eternal  Word, 

And  feast  upon  thy  grace. 

2  0  may  this  be  a  happy  hour 

To  every  mourning  soul ; 


INTERCESSION.  267 

Display  thy  love,  make  known  thy  power, 
And  make  the  wounded  whole. 

3  0  may  a  spark  of  heavenly  fire, 

Each  stupid  soul  inflame  : 
And  sacred  love  our  hearts  inspire, 
To  praise  thy  worthy  name. 

4  Let  every  soul  the  Saviour  see, 

And  taste  his  heavenly  love  : 
And  every  heart  forever  be 
In  praise  to  thee  above. 

5  And  when  our  mortal  days  are  o'er, 

And  we  shall  hence  remove, 

Help  us  to  thy  right  hand  to  soar, 

Thine  endless  love  to  prove. 

352  L.  M. 

1  "fTKTHERE  two,  or  three,  with  sweet  ac- 

Obedient  to  their  sov'reign  Lord, 
Meet  to  recount  his  acts  of  grace, 
And  offer  solemn  pray'r  and  praise  ; 

2  "There,"  says  the  Saviour,  "will  I  be 
Amid  that  little  company ; 

To  them  unvail  my  smiling  face, 
And  shed  my  glory  round  the  place." 

3  We  meet  at  thy  command,  dear  Lord, 
Relying  on  thy  faithful  word  : 

0  send  thy  Spirit  from  above, 

And  fill  our  hearts  with  heavenly  love. 

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1    TTESUS,  thou  sov'reign  Lord  of  all, 
l3    The  same  through  one  eternal  day, 


268  PRAYER   AND 

Attend  thy  feeblest  followers  eall, 

And  0,  instruct  us  how  to  pray  ! 

Pour  out  the  supplicating  grace, 

And  stir  us  up  to  seek  thy  face. 

2  We  cannot  think  a  gracious  thought, 

We  cannot  feel  a  good  desire, 
Till  thou,  who  call'dst  a  world  from  naught, 

The  power  into  our  hearts  inspire ; 
And  then  we  in  the  Spirit  groan, 
And  then  we  give  thee  back  thine  own. 

3  Jesus,  regard  the  joint  complaint, 

Of  all  thy  tempted  follow' rs  here, 
And  now  supply  the  common  want, 

And  send  us  down  the  Comforter, 
The  Spirit  of  ceaseless  pray'r  impart, 
And  fix  thy  Agent  in  our  heart. 

4  Come  in  thy  pleading  Spirit  down, 

To  us  who  for  thy  coming  stay: 
Of  all  thy  gifts  we  ask  but  one, 

We  ask  the  constant  power  to  pray ; 
Indulge  us,  Lord,  in  this  request, 
Thou  canst  not  then  deny  the  rest. 

354  S.  M.    . 

1  TESUS,  my  Lord,  attend 
©f    Thy  feeble  creature's  cry; 

And  show  thyself  the  sinner's  friend, 
And  set  me  up  on  high. 

2  From  hell's  oppressive  power, 

My  struggling  soul  release  ; 
And  to  thy  Father's  grace  restore, 
And  to  thy  perfect  peace. 

3  Thy  blood  and  righteousness 

I  make  my  only  plea ; 


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My  present  and  eternal  peace, 
Are  both  cleriv'd  from  thee. 

4  Rivers  of  life  divine 

From  thee,  their  fountain,  flow  ; 
And  all  who  know  that  love  of  thine, 
The  joy  of  angels  know.  • 

6  Come,  then,  impute,  impart 
To  me  thy  righteousness ; 
And  let  me  taste  how  good  thou  art. 
How  full  of  truth  and  grace. 

6  That  thou  canst  here  forgive, 
Grant  me  to  testify  ; 
And  justified  by  faith  to  live, 
And  in  that  faith  to  die. 

855  L.  M. 

1  f\  THOU,  whom  all  thy  saints  adore, 
\J  We  now  with  all  thy  saints  agree. 
And  how  our  inmost  souls  before 

Thy  glorious,  awful  Majesty. 

2  The  King  of  nations  we  proclaim  : 

Who  would  notour  great  Sov'reign  fear? 
We  long  t'  experience  all  thy  name, 
And  now  we  come  to  meet  thee  here. 

3  We  come,  great  God,  to  seek  thy  face, 

And  for  thy  loving  kindness  wait ; 
And  0,  how  dreadful  is  this  place  ! 

'Tis  Gocl:s  own  house,  'tis  heaven's  gate  I 

4  Tremble  our  hearts  to  find  thee  nigh, 

To  thee  our  trembling  hearts  aspire  : 
And  lo !  we  see  descend  from  high 
The  pillar  and  the  flame  of  fire. 


270  PRAYER  AND 

5  Still  let  it  on  th'  assembly  stay, 

And  all  the  house  with  glory  fill : 
To  Canaan's  bounds  point  out  the  way, 
And  lead  us  to  thy  holy  hill. 

6  There  let  us  all  with  Jesus  stand, 

And  join  the  General  Church  above ; 
And  take  our  seats  at  thy  right  hand, 
And  sing  thine  everlasting  love. 

7  Come,  Lord,  our  souls  are  on  the  wing, 

Now  on  thy  great  white  throne  appear, 
And  let  mine  eyes  behold  my  King, 
And  let  me  see  my  Saviour  there. 

356  C.  M. 

1  jp  OME  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  dove, 
\j  With  all  thy  quick'ning  powers  ; 
Kindle  a  flame  of  sacred  love, 

In  these  cold  hearts  of  ours. 

2  Look  how  we  grovel  here  below, 

Fond  of  these  earthly  toys  ; 
Our  souls  how  heavily  they  go, 
To  reach  eternal  joys  ! 

3  In  vain  we  tune  our  formal  songs, 

In  vain  we  strive  to  rise  : 
Hosannas  languish  on  our  tongues, 
And  our  devotion  dies. 

4  Dear  Lord  !  and  shall  we  ever  live 

At  this  poor  dying  rate ; 
Our  love  so  faint,  so  cold  to  thee, 
And  thine  to  us  so  great  ? 

6  Come,  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove, 
With  all  thy  quick'ning  powers ; 


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Come  shed  abroad  a  Saviour's  love, 
And  that  shall  kindle  ours. 
35?  P.  M.  8.  7.  8.  7.  4.  7. 

1  QAVIOUR,  visit  thy  plantation, 
C3  Grant  us,  Lord,  a  gracious  rain  ! 
All  will  come  to  desolation, 

Unless  thou  return  again. 

Lord,  revive  us ; 
All  our  help  must  come  from  thee. 

2  Keep  no  longer  at  a  distance, 

Shine  upon  us  from  on  high, 
Lest,  for  want  of  thy  assistance, 
Every  plant  should  droop  and  die. 
Lord,  revive  us,  &c. 

3  Let  our  mutual  love  be  fervent, 

Make  us  prevalent  in  pray'rs  ; 
Let  each  one  esteem  thy  servant, 
Shun  the  world's  bewitching  snares. 
Lord,  revive  us,  &c.  4 

4  Break  the  tempter's  fatal  power, 

Turn  the  stony  heart  to  flesh ; 
And  begin  from  this  good  hour, 
To  revive  thy  work  afresh. 
Lord,  revive  us,  &c. 
358  C.  M. 

1  OHEPHERD  divine,  our  wants  relieve 
C3  In  this  our  evil  day  ; 

To  all  thy  tempted  foll'wers  give 
The  power  to  watch  and  pray. 

2  Long  as  our  fiery  trials  last, 

Long  as  the  cross  we  bear, 

0  let  our  souls  on  thee  be  cast 

In  never-ceasing  pray'r  1 


272  PUAYER  AND 

5  The  Spirit  of  interceding  grace, 

Give  us  in  faith  to  claim; 
To  wrestle  till  we  see  thy  face, 
And  know  thy  hidden  name. 

4  Till  thou  thy  perfect  love  impart  } 
Till  thou  thyself  bestow ; 
Be  this  the  cry  of  every  heart, 
I  will  not  let  thee  go. 

■5  I  will  not  let  thee  go,  unless 
Thou  tell  thy  name  to  me  ; 
With  all  thy  great  salvation  bless, 
And  make  me  all  like  thee. 

6  Then  let  me  on  the  mountain  top 

Behold  thy  open  face ; 
Where  faith  in  sight  is  swallow' d  up, 
And  pray'r  in  -endless  praise. 

359  C.  M. 

1  TO  ATHEB  of  me  and  all  mankind, 
JC    And  all  the  hosts  above, 

Let  every  understanding  mind 
Unite  to  praise  thy  love  ! 

2  To  know  thy  nature  and  thy  name, 

One  God  in  persons  Three ; 
And  glorify  the  great  I  Am, 
Through  all  eternity. 

?>  Thy  kingdom  come,  with  power  and  grace, 
To  every  heart  of  man  : 
Thy  peace,  and  joy,  and  righteousness, 
In  all  our  bosoms  reign. 

4  Thy  righteousness  our  sins  keep  down, 
Thy  peace  our  passions  bind,; 


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And  let  us,  in  thy  joy  unknown, 
The  first  dominion  find. 

5  The  righteousness  that  never  ends, 
But  makes  an  end  of  sin  ; 
The  joy  that  human  thought  transcends, 
Into  our  souls  bring  in. 

o  The  kingdom  of  establish'd  peace, 
Which  can  no  more  remove  ; 
The  perfect  power  of  godliness, 
Th'  omnipotence  of  love. 

360  C.  M. 

IS  good  to  wait  upon  the  Lord, 
When  Christ  himself  draws  near, 
And  every  heart  with  one  accord 
Ascends  in  solemn  pray'r. 

2  While  thus  we  feel  the  Saviour's  love, 

In  heavenly  showers  descend, 
Our  souls  commune  with  saints  above, 
In  bliss  that  knows  no  end. 

3  We  taste  the  precious  streams  of  grace; 

The  fountain  makes  them  sing : 
We  travel  through  the  wilderness — 
They  sit  before  the  King. 

-4  We  pray  for  grace  to  hold  out  well, 
The  conflict  but  begun: 
They  of  their  past  engagements  tell, 
And  sing  the  conquests  won. 

5  We  fight  the  battles  of  the  Lord, 
And  are  sometimes  cast  down  ; 
They  wield  no  more  the  warrior's  sword, 
But  wear  the  conqu'ror's  crown. 

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274  PRAYER   AND 

361  C.  M. 

1  f\  THOU,  from  whom  all  goodness  flows 
\J  I  lift  my  heart  to  thee  ; 

In  all  my  sorrows,  conflicts,  woes, 

0  Lord,  remember  me. 

2  When  with  a  broken,  contrite  heart, 

1  lift  mine  eyes  to  thee  ; 
Thy  name  proclaim,  thyself  impart, 

In  love  remember  me. 

3  In  sore  temptations,  when  no  way 

To  shun  the  ill  I  see, 
My  strength  proportion  to  my  day, 
And  then  remember  me. 

4  And  when  I  tread  the  Tale  of  death, 

And  bow  at  thy  decree, 
Then  Saviour,  with  my  latest  breath, 
I'll  cry,  remember  me. 

362  C-  M. 

1  TTN  thy  great  name,  0  Lord,  we  come, 

1    To  worship  at  thy  feet ; 
0,  pour  thy  Holy  Spirit  down 
On  all  that  now  shall  meet  ! 

2  We  come  to  hear  Jehovah  speak, 

To  hear  the  Saviour's  voice : 
Thy  face  and  favor,  Lord,  we  seek,] 
Now  make  our  hearts  rejoice. 

3  Teach  us  to  pray,  and  praise,  and  hear, 

And  understand  thy  word  ; 
To  feel  thy  blissful  presence  near, 
And  trust  our  living  Lord. 

4  Here  let  thy  power  and  grace  be  felt, 

Thy  love  and  mercy  known  -f 


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Our  icy  hearts,  dear  Jesus,  melt, 

And  break  this  flinty  stone. 
5  Let  sinners,  Lord,  thy  goodness  prove, 

And  saints  rejoice  in  thee  ; 
Let  rebels  be  subdu'd  by  love, 

And  to  the  Saviour  flee. 

363  4  lines  7s. 

1  TITERALDS  of  the  King  of  kings, 
JjL  Preach  the  peace  the  Gospel  brings, 
Loud  extol  th'  incarnate  God, 

Preach  the  virtue  of  his  blood. 

2  Celebrate  with  every  breath 
Jesus'  meritorious  death : 
Speak  of  Jesus'  saving  name, 
Which  forever  is  the  same. 

8  And  may  we  in  chorus  join, 
Blessing,  praising  Love  divine  ; 
Never  be  asham'd  to  tell, 
Christ  hath  sav'd  our  souls  from  hell. 

364  4  lines  7s. 

1  T  ORD,  we  come  before  thee  now, 
.i_J  At  thy  feet  we  humbly  bow  ; 
0  !  do  not  our  suit  disdain ; 
Shall  we  seek  thee,  Lord,  in  vain  ? 
Lord,  on  thee  our  souls  depend ; 
In  compassion  now  descend  ; 
Fill  our  hearts  with  thy  rich  grace, 
Tune  our  lips  to  sing  thy  praise. 
In  thine  own  appointed  way, 
Now  we  seek  thee,  here  we  stay ; 
Lord,  we  know  not  how  to  go, 
Till  a  blessing  thou  bestow. 


276  PRAYER   AND 

4  Send  some  message  from  thy  word, 
That  may  joy  and  peace  afford  ; 
Let  thy  Spirit  now  impart 

Full  salvation  to  each  heart. 

5  Comfort  those  who  weep  and  mourn, 
Let  the  time  of  joy  return  ; 
Those  that  are  cast  down  lift  up ; 
Make  them  strong  in  faith  and  hope. 

6  Grant  that  all  may  seek  and  find, 
Thee  a  gracious  God  and  kind  ; 
Heal  the  sick,  the  captive  free; 
Let  us  all  rejoice  in  thee. 

365  L.  M. 

1  rpiiY  presence,  gracious  God,  afford, 
X   Prepare  us  to  receive  thy  word  ; 
jNow  let  thy  voice  engage  our  ear, 
And  faith  be  mixt  with  what  we  hear. 

2  Distracting  thoughts  and  cares  remove, 
And  fix  our  hearts  and  hopes  above  ; 
With  food  divine  may  we  be  fed, 
And  satisfied  with  living  bread, 

3  To  us  thy  sacred  word  apply, 
With  so v' reign  power  and  energy, 
And  may  we,  in  thy  faith  and  fear, 
Reduce  to  practice  what  we  hear. 

366  C.  M. 


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OME,  0  thou  all-victorious  Lord, 
Thy  power  to  us  make  known  ; 
Strike  with  the  hammer  of  thy  word, 
And  break  these  hearts  of  stone. 


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2  Speak  with  the  voice  which  wakes  the  dead, 

And  bid  the  sleeper  rise  ; 
And  let  each  guilty  conscience  dread 
The  death  that  never  dies. 

3  To  them  a  sense  of  guilt  impart, 

And  then  remove  the  load  ; 
Quicken,  and  wash  the  troubled  heart 
In  thine  atoning  blood. 

4  Their  desp'rate  state  through  sin  declare, 

And  speak  their  sins  forgiven ; 

By  daily  growth  in  grace  prepare, 

Then  take  them  up  to  heaven. 

SQK  4  lines  7s. 

1  p  RACIOUS  Father,  gracious  Lord, 
VJT  Give  us  ears  to  hear  thy  word ; 
Give  us  hearts  to  love  and  fear, 
Give  us  now  to  find  thee  near. 

2  Let  us  know  and  praise  thee  more, 
Let  us  live  on  mercy's  store, 

Let  us  sing  our  Saviour's  love, 
Till  we  join  the  saints  above. 
8  Then  we'll  praise  thee  and  adore, 
On  the  happy  blissful  shore  ; 
Praise,  with  all  the  heavenly  host, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 

368  L.  M. 

The  mercy-seat. 

1  T7IROM  every  stormy  wind  that  blows, 
JC    From  every  swelling  tide  of  woes, 
There  is  a  calm,  a  sure  retreat; 
JTis  found  beneath  the  mercy-seat. 


278         PRAYER  AND 

2  There  is  a  place,  where  Jesus  sheds 
The  oil  of  gladness  on  our  heads  ; 
A  place  than  all  besides  more  sweet, — 
It  is  the  blood-bought  mercy-seat. 

3  There  is  a  scene,  where  spirits  blend, 
Where  friend  holds  fellowship  with  friend ; 
Though  sunder' d  far,  by  faith  they  meet, 
Around  one  common  mercy-seat. 

4  Ah  !  whither  could  we  flee  for  aid, 
When  tempted,  desolate,  dismay'd  ? 
Or  how  the  hosts  of  hell  defeat, 
Had  suff'ring  saints  no  mercy-seat  ? 

5  There,  there  on  eagles'  wings  we  soar, 
And  sin  and  sense  molest  no  more  ; 

And  heaven  comes  down  our  souls  to  greet, 
While  glory  crowns  the  mercy-seat. 

369  S.  M. 

The  throne  of  grace. 

1  O  EHOLD  the  throne  of  grace  ; 
13  The  promise  calls  us  near; 
There  Jesus  shows  a  smiling  face, 

And  waits  to  answer  prayer. 

2  Thine  image,  Lord,  bestow, — 

Thy  presence  and  thy  love, — 
That  we  may  serve  thee  here  below, 
And  reign  with  thee  above. 

3  Teach  us  to  live  by  faith, — 

Conform  our  wills  to  thine  ; 
Let  us  victorious  be  in  death, 
And  then  in  glory  shine. 


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4  If  thou  these  blessings  give, 

And  thou  our  portion  be, 
All  worldly  joys  we'll  gladly  leave, 
To  find  our  heaven  in  thee. 

3^0  C.  M. 

For  victorious  faith. 

1  £~\  FOR  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink, 
\J  Though  press' d  by  every  foe, 
That  will  not  tremble  on  the  brink 

Of  any  earthly  woe; 

2  That  will  not  murmur  or  complain 

Beneath  the  chast'ning  rod, 

But,  in  the  hour  of  grief  or  pain, 

Will  lean  upon  its  God  ; — 

3  A  faith  that  shines  more  bright  and  clear 

When  tempests  rage  without ; 
That  when  in  danger  knows  no  fear, 
In  darkness  feels  no  doubt; — 

<£  That  bears,  unmoved,   the  world's  dread 
frown, 
Nor  heeds  its  scornful  smile  ; 
That  seas  of  trouble  cannot  drown, 
Or  Satan's  arts  beguile  ; — 

5  A  faith  that  keeps  the  narrow  way 

Till  life's  last  hour  is  fled, 
And  with  a  pure  and  heavenly  ray 
Illumes  a  dying  bed. 

6  Lord,  give  us  such  a  faith  as  this, 

And  then,  whate'er  may  come, 
We'll  taste,  e'en  here,  the  hallow' d  bliss 
Of  an  eternal  home. 


280  PRAYER   AND 

371  L.  M. 

For  the  Spirit 's  guidance. . 

1  TESUS,  my  Saviour,  Brother  Friend",, 
Cf    On  whom  I  cast  my  every  care, 

On  whom  for  all  things  I  depend, — 
Inspire,  and  then  accept,  my  prayer. 

2  If  I  have  tasted  of  thy  grace, — 

The  grace  that  sure  salvation  brings  ; 
If  with  me  now  thy  Spirit  stays, 

And,  hov'ring,  hides  me  in  his  wings ; 

3  Still  let  him  with  my  weakness  stay, 

Nor  for  a  moment's  space  depart ; 
Evil  and  danger  turn  away, 

And  keep,  till  he  renews,  my  heart. 

4  If  to  the  right  or  left  I  stray, 

His  voice  behind  me  may  I  hear, 
Return,  and  walk  in  Christ,  thy  way  ; 
Fly  back  to  Christ,  for  sin  is  near !' 

372  L.  M. 

For  the  peace  of  Jerusalem. 

1  fi\  THOU,  our  Saviour,  Brother,  Friend; 
\3  Behold  a  cloud  of  incense  rise  ; 

The  prayers  of  saints  to  heaven  ascend, 
Grateful,  accepted  sacrifice. 

2  Regard  our  prayers  for  Zion's  peace; 

Shed  in  our  hearts  thy  love  abroad  ; 
Thy  gifts  abundantly  increase  ; 
Enlarge,  and  fill  us  all  with  God. 

3  Before  thy  sheep,  great  Shepherd,  gOj 

And  guide  into  thy  perfect  will ; 
Cause  us-  thy  hallow' d  name  to  know  ;; 
The  work  of  faith  in  us  fulfilL 


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4  Help  us  to  make  our  calling  sure  \ 

0  let  us  all  be  saints  indeed, 
And  pure,  as  thou  thyself  art  pure, 
Conform' d  in  all  things  to  our  Head. 

5  Take  the  dear  purchase  of  thy  blood  ; — 

Thy  blood  shall  wash  us  white  as  snow : 
Present  us  sanctified  to  God, 
And  perfected  in  love  below. 

373  C.  M. 

1  T^EAR   Saviour  !   when  my   thoughts 
JLr  recall 

The  wonders  of  thy  grace, 
Low  at  thy  feet,  ashamed,  I  fallr 
And  hide  this  wretched  face. 

2  Shall  love  like  thine  be  thus  repaid  ? 

Ah  !  vile,  ungrateful  heart  ! 
By  earth's  low  cares  detained — betrayed 
Erom  Jesus  to  depart  : — 

3  From  Jesus — who  alone  can  give 

True  pleasure,  peace,  and  rest : 
When  absent  from  my  Lord,  I  live 
Unsatisfied,  unblest. 

4  But  he,  for  his  own  mercy's  sake, 

My  wand' ring  soul  restores  : 
He  bids  the  mourning  heart  partake 
The  pardon  it  implores. 

5  Oh !  while  I  breathe  to  thee,  my  Lord,, 

The  humble  contrite  sigh, 
Confirm  the  kind,  forgiving  word, 
With  pity  in  thine  eye  ! 

6  Then  shall  the  mourner  at  thy  feet 

Rejoice  to  seek  thy  face; 


282  WATCHFULNESS. 

And,  grateful,  own  how  kind — how  sweet . 
Is  thy  forgiving  grace. 


WATCHFULNESS. 

3?4  S.  M. 

1  A     CHARGE  to  keep  I  have, 
ii  A  God  to  glorify ; 

A  never-dying  soul  to  save, 
And  fit  it  for  the  sky. 

2  To  serve  the  present  age, 

My  calling  to  fulfill : 
0  may  it  all  my  powers  engage, 
To  do  my  Master's  will. 

3  Arm  me  with  jealous  care, 

As  in  thy  sight  to  live ; 
And  0  thy  servant,  Lord,  prepare, 
A  strict  account  to  give  ! 

4  Help  me  to  watch  and  pray, 

And  on  thyself  rely, 
Assur'd,  if  I  my  trust  betray, 
I  shall  forever  die. 

3?5  S.  M. 

1  g^  IVE  me  a  sober  mind, 
\J(  A  quick  discerning  eye, 
The  first  approach  of  sin  to  find, 

And  all  occasions  fly. 

2  Still  may  I  cleave  to  thee, 

And  never  more  depart, 
But  watch  with  godly  jealousy, 
Over  my  evil  heart. 


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3  Thus  may  I  pass  my  days 

Of  sojourning  beneath, 
And  languish  to  conclude  my  race, 
And  render  up  my  breath. 

4  In  humble  love  and  fear, 

Thine  image  to  regain, 
And  see  thee  in  the  clouds  appear, 
And  rise  with  thee  to  reign ! 

3Y6  C.  M. 

1  A  LAS,  what  hourly  dangers  rise !  , 
_£X.  What  snares  beset  my  way  ! 

To  heaven  0  let  me  lift  mine  eyes, 
And  hourly  watch  and  pray. 

2  How  oft  my  mournful  thoughts  complain, 

And  melt  in  flowing  tears  : 
My  weak  resistance,  ah,  how  vain ! 
How  strong  my  foes  and  fears  ! 

3  0  gracious  God,  in  whom  I  live, 

My  feeble  efforts  aid  ; 
Help  me  to  watch,  and  pray,  and  strive, 
Though  trembling  and  afraid. 

4  Increase  my  faith,  confirm  my  hope, 

When  foes  and  fears  prevail ; 

And  bear  my  fainting  spirit  up, 

Or  soon  my  strength  will  fail. 

5  Whene'er  temptations  fright  my  heart, 

Or  lure  my  feet  aside, 
My  God,  thy  powerful  aid  impart, 
My  guardian  and  my  guide. 

6  0  keep  me  in  thy  heavenly  way, 
And  bid  the  tempter  flee ; 


284  WATCHFULNESS. 

And  let  me  never,  never  stray 
From  happiness  and  thee. 

37?  S.  M. 

1  0^1  RACIOTJS  Redeemer,  shake 
\$  This  slumber  from  my  soul  I 
Say  to  me  now,  "Awake,  awake : 

And  Christ  shall  make  thee  whole. 

2  Lay  to  thy  mighty  hand, 

Alarm  me  in  this  hour : 
And  make  me  fully  understand 
The  thunder  of  thy  power  ! 

3  Give  me  on  thee  to  call, 

Always  to  watch  and  pray, 
Lest  I  into  temptation  fall, 
And  cast  my  shield  away. 

4  For  each  assault  prepar'd, 

And  ready  may  I  be, 
For  ever  standing  on  my  guard, 
And  looking  up  to  thee. 

5  0  do  thou  always  warn, 

My  soul  of  evil  near ! 
If  to  the  right  or  left  I  turn, 
Thy  voice  still  let  me  hear : 

6  "Come  back  ;  this  is  the  way  ! 

Come  back!  and  walk  therein  ?'r 
0  may  I  hearken  and  obey, 
And  shun  the  paths  of  sin  ! 

378  S.  M. 

1  "O^D  me  of  men  beware, 

JO  And  to  my  ways  take  heed ; 
Discern  their  every  secret  snare, 
And  circumspectly  tread. 


WATCHFULNESS.  285 

2  0  may  I  calmly  wait 

Thy  succors  from  above  ! 
And  stand  against  their  open  hate, 
And  well-dissembled  love. 

3  My  spirit,  Lord,  alarm, 

When  men  and  devils  join : 
'Gainst  ail  the  powers  of  Satan  arm, 
In  panoply  divine. 

4  0  may  I  set  my  face, 

His  onsets  to  repel ! 
Quench  all  his  fiery  darts,  and  chase 
The  fiend  to  his  own  hell. 

5  But,  above  all,  afraid 

Of  my  own  bosom  foe, 
Still  let  me  seek  to  thee  for  aid, 
To  thee  my  weakness  show  j 

6  Hang  on  thy  arm  alone, 

With  self-distrusting  care, 
And  deeply  in  the  spirit  groan, 
The  never-ceasing  pray'r. 
3?9  C.  M. 

1  f||^HUS  I  resolv'd  before  the  Lord — 

H      "Now  will  I  watch  my  tongue, 
Lest  I  let  slip  one  sinful  word, 
Or  do  my  neighbor  Avrong." 

2  And  if  I'm  e'er  constrain'd  to  stay 

With  men  of  lives  profane, 
I'll  set  a  double  guard  that  day, 

Nor  let  my  talk  be  vain. 
.3  I'll  scarce  allow  my  lips  to  speak 

The  pious  thoughts  I  feel; 
Lest  scoffers  should  th'  occasion  take 

To  mock  my  holy  zeal. 


286  WATCHFULNESS. 

4  Yet  if  some  proper  hour  appear, 

I'll  not  be  over-aw'd ; 
But  let  the  scoffing  sinners  hear 
That  I  can  speak  for  God. 

3SO  8.  6.  8.  6.  8.  8. 

1  |~"H  0,  watch  and  pray;  thou  canst  not  tell 
\Jf  How  near  thine  hour  may  be ; 
Thou  canst  not  know  how  soon  the  bell 

May  toll  its  notes  for  thee : 
Death's  countless  snares  beset  thy  way: 
Frail  child  of  dust !  go,  watch  and  pray. 

2  Fond  youth,  while  free  from  blighting  care, 

Does  thy  firm  pulse  beat  high  ? 
Do  hope's  glad  visions,  bright  and  fair, 

Dilate  before  thine  eye  ? 
Soon  these  must  change — must  pass  away, 
Frail  child  of  dust,  go,  watch  and  pray. 

5  Thou  aged  man!  life's  wintry  storm 

Hath  sear'd  thy  vernal  bloom  ; 
With  trembling  limbs  and  wasting  form, 

Thou'rt  bending  o'er  the  tomb: 
And  can  vain  hope  lead  thee  astray? 
Go,  weary  pilgrim !  watch  and  pray. 
4  Ambition,  stop  thy  panting  breath ! 

Pride,  sink  thy  lifted  eye  ! 
Behold !  the  caverns,  dark  with  death, 

Before  you  open  lie : 
The  heavenly  warning  now  obey ; 
Ye  sons  of  pride,  go,  watch  and  pray. 

381  C.  M. 

HOU,  Lord,  hast  blest  my  going  out, 
0  bless  my  coming  in ! 


WATCHFULNESS.  287 

Compass  my  weakness  round  about, 
And  keep  me  safe  from  sin. 

2  Still  hide  me  in  thy  secret  place, 

Thy  tabernacle  spread ; 
Shelter  me  with  preserving  grace, 
And  screen  my  naked  head. 

3  To  Thee  for  refuge  may  I  run, 

From  sin's  alluring  snare: 

Ready  its  first  approach  to  shun, 

And  watching  unto  pray'r. 

4  0  that  I  never,  never  more 

Might  from  thy  ways  depart ; 
Here  let  me  give  my  wand' rings  o'err 
By  giving  thee  my  heart. 

5  Fix  my  new  heart  on  things  above, 

And  then  from  earth  release ; 
I  ask  not  life,  but  let  me  love, 
And  lay  me  down  in  peace. 

382  C.  M. 

For  a  tender  conscience. 

1  "I"  WANT  a  principle  within, 
JL  Of  jealous,  godly  fear  ; 

A  sensibility  of  sin, — 

A  pain  to  feel  it  near: 
I  want  the  first  approach  to  feel, 

Of  pride,  or  fond  desire  ; 
To  catch  the  wand'ring  of  my  will, 

And  quench  the  kindling  fire. 

2  From  thee  that  I  no  more  may  part, 

No  more  thy  goodness  grieve, 
The  filial  awe,  the  fleshly  heart, 
The  tender  conscience,  give. 


288  WATCHFULNESS. 

Quick  as  the  apple  of  an  eye, 
0  God,  my  conscience  make  ; 

Awake  my  soul  when  sin  is  nigh, 
And  keep  it  still  awake. 

^3  If  to  the  right  or  left  I  stray, 

That  moment,  Lord,  reprove  : 
And  let  me  weep  my  life  away, 

For  having  grieved  thy  love. 
0  may  the  least  omission  pain 

My  well-instructed  soul, 
And  drive  me  to  the  blood  again, 

Which  makes  the  wounded  whole. 

S83  L.  M. 

For  mourners  in  Zion. 


'0 


LET  the  pris'ner's  mournful  cries 
As  incense  in  thy  sight  appear: 
Their  humble  wailings  pierce  the  skies, 
If  haply  they  may  feel  thee  near. 

The  captive  exiles  make  their  moans, 
From  sin  impatient  to  be  free : 

Call  home,  -call  home  thy  banish' d  ones  ; 
Lead  captive  their  captivity. 

Show  them   the  blood   that  bought  their 
peace, 

The  anchor  of  their  steadfast  hope, 
And  bid  their  guilty  terrors  cease, 

And  bring  the  ransom'd  pris'ners  up. 

Out  of  the  deep,  regard  their  cries; 

The  fallen  raise,  the  mourners  cheer: 
0  Sun  of  righteousness  arise, 

And  scatter  all  their  doubt  and  fear. 


WATCHFULNESS.  289 

5  Pity  the  day  of  feeble  things ; 
0  gather  every  halting  soul ; 
And  drop  salvation  from  thy  wings, 
And  make  the  contrite  sinner  whole. 

3S4  C.  M. 


*G 


OD  of  all  grace  and  majesty, 
Supremely  great  and  good, 
If  I  have  mercy  found  with  thee, 

Through  the  atoning  blood ; 
The  guard  of  all  thy  mercies  give, 

And  to  my  pardon  join 
A  fear  lest  I  should  ever  grieve, 

Thy  Comforter  divine. 
If  mercy  is  indeed  with  thee, 

May  I  obedient  prove, 
Nor  e'er  abuse  my  liberty, 

Or  sin  against  thy  love; 
This  choicest  fruit  of  faith  bestow 

On  a  poor  sojourner ; 
And  let  me  pass  my  days  below, 

In  humbleness  and  fear. 

Still  may  I  walk  as  in  thy  sight, 

My  strict  observer  see ; 
And  thou,  by  rev'rent  love,  unite 

My  child-like  heart  to  thee : 
Still  let  me,  till  my  days  are  pass'd, 

At  Jesus'  feet  abide: 
So  shall  he  lift  me  up  at  last, 

And  seat  me  by  his  side. 
19 


290  CHRISTIAN 

CHRISTIAN  FELLOWSHIP: 

3§5  P.  M. 

1  X7JR0M  whence  does  this  union  arise,. 

F    That  hatred  is  conquer' d  by  love  ? 
It  fastens  our  souls  with  such  ties, 
That  distance,  nor  time  can  reniove.- 

2  It  cannot  in  Eden  be  found, 

Nor  yet  in  a  Paradise  lost ; 
It  grows  on  Immanuel's  ground, 
And  Jesus'  dear  blood  it  did  cost. 

3  My  friends  once  so  dear  unto  me, 

Our  souls  so  united  in  love  ; 
Where  Jesus  is  gone,  we  shall  be, 
In  yonder  blest  mansion  above. 

4  0  !  why  then  so  loth  for  to  part ! 

Since  there  we  shall  all  meet  againr 
Engrav'd  on  Immanuel's  heart, 
At  a  distance  we  cannot  remain. 

5  And  then  we  shall  see  that  bright  day, 

And  join  with  the  angels  above, 
Set  free  from  the  prisons  of  clay, 
United  in  Jesus's  love. 

6  "With  Jesus  we  ever  shall  reign, 

And  all  his  bright  glory  shall  see. 
Singing  hallelujahs,  amen  ; 
Amen !  even  so  let  it  be. 
386  C.  M. 

1    XESUS,  united  by  thy  grace, 
*J    And  each  to  each  endear"  d  ; 
With  confidence  we  seek  thy  face,. 
And  know  our  pray'r  is  heard. 


FELLOWSHIP.  •  291 

2  Still  let.  us  own  our  common  Lord, 
And  bear  thine  easy  yoke, 
A  band  of  love,  a  three-fold  cord, 
Which  never  can  be  broke. 
8  Make  us  into  one  spirit  drink, 
Baptize  into  thy  name ; 
And  let  us  always  kindly  think, 
And  sweetly  speak  the  same. 

4  Touch' d  by  the  loadstone  of  thy  love, 
Let  all  our  hearts  agree : 
And  ever  t' wards  each  other  move, 
And  ever  move  t' wards  Thee. 

387  C.  M. 

OW  sweet,  how  heavenly  is  the  sight? 


H' 


In  one  another's  peace  delight, 
And  so  fulfill  his  word ! 

2  0  may  we  feel  each  brother's  sigh, 

And  with  him  bear  a  part ; 
May  sorrows  flow  from  eye  to  eye, 
And  joy  from  heart  to  heart. 

3  Free  us  from  envy,  scorn,  and  pride, 

Our  wishes  fix  above ; 
May  each  his  brother's  failings  hide, 
And  show  a  brother's  love. 

4  Let  love,  in  one  delightful  stream, 

Through  every  bosom  flow  : 
And  union  sweet  and  dear  esteem, 
In  every  action  glow. 

5  Love  is  the  golden  chain  that  binds 

The  happy  souls  above  : 


292  CHRISTIAN 

And  he's  an  heir  of  heaven  that  finds 
His  bosom  glow  with  love. 

3§S  C.  M. 

1  /^UR  souls  by  love  together  knit, 
\J  Cemented,  mix'd  in  one  ; 

One  hope,  one  heart,  one  mind,  one  voice : 
'Tis  heaven  on  earth  begun  ! 

2  Our  hearts  have  burn'd  while  Jesus  spake, 

And  glow'd  with  sacred  fire  ; 
He  stopp'd  and  talk'd,  and  fed  and  blest, 

And  fill'd  th'  enlarg'd  desire. 
8  The  little  cloud  increases  still, 

The  heavens  are  big  with  rain  ; 
We  haste  to  catch  the  teeming  shower, 

And  all  its  moisture  drain. 

4  A  rill,  a  stream,  a  torrent  flows  ! 

But  pour  a  mighty  flood ; 
0  sweep  the  nations,  shake  the  earth, 
Till  all  proclaim  thee  God. 

5  And  when  thou  mak'st  thy  jewels  up, 

And  sett'st  thy  starry  crown  ; 
When  all  thy  sparkling  gems  shall  shifte. 
Proclaimed  by  thee  thine  own: 

6  May  we,  a  little  band  of  love, 

Be  fully  sav'd  by  grace ; 
From  glory  unto  glory  chang"d, 
Behold  thee  face  to  face ! 

889  C.  M. 

1  "OLEST  be  the  dear  uniting  love, 

1 3  That  will  not  let  us  part ; 

Our  bodies  may  far  off  remove, 
We  still  are  one  in  heart. 


FELLOWSHIP.  293 

2  Join'd  in  one  spirit  to  our  Head, 

Where  he  appoints  we  go; 
And  still  in  Jesus'  footsteps  tread. 
And  show  his  praise  below. 

3  0  may  we  ever  walk  in  him, 

And  nothing  know  beside, 
Nothing  desire,  nothing  esteem, 
But  Jesus  crucified ! 

4  Closer  and  closer  let  us  cleave 

To  his  belov'd  embrace; 
Expect  his  fullness  to  receive, 
And  grace  to  answer  grace. 

5  Partakers  of  the  Saviour's  grace, 

The  same  in  mind  and  heart, 
Nor  joy,  nor  grief,  nor  time,  nor  place, 
Nor  life,  nor  death  can  part. 

6  But  let  us  hasten  to  the  day, 

Which  shall  our  flesh  restore  ; 
When  death  shall  all  be  done  away, 
And  bodies  part  no  more. 

39IO  C.  M. 

1  TTESUS,  great  Shepherd  of  the  sheep, 
$1    To  thee  for  help  we  fly : 

Thy  little  flock  in  safety  keep, 
For,  0  !  the  wolf  is  nigh ; 

2  He  comes,  of  hellish  malice  full, 

■  To  scatter,  tear,  and  slay ; 
He  seizes  every  straggling  soul, 
As  his  own  lawful  prey. 
8  Us  into  thy  protection  take, 
And  gather  with  thy  arm; 


294  CHRISTIAN 

Unless  the  fold  we  first  forsake, 
The  wolf  can  never  harm. 

4  We  laugh  to  scorn  his  cruel  power, 

While  by  our  Shepherd's  side  ; 
The  sheep  he  never  can  devour, 
Unless  he  first  divide. 

5  0  do  not  suffer  him  to  part 

The  souls  that  here  agree: 
But  make  us  of  one  mind  and  heart, 
And  keep  us  one  in  Thee  ! 

6  Together  let  us  sweetly  live, 

Together  let  us  die; 
And  each  a  starry  crown  receive, 
And  reign  above  the  sky. 

391  S.  M. 

1  A  ND  are  we  yet  alive, 

XJL  And  see  each  other's  face! 

Glory  and  praise  to  Jesus  give, 

For  his  redeeming  grace  ! 

2  Preserv'd  by  power  divine 

To  full  salvation  here, 
Again  in  Jesus'  praise  we  join, 
And  in  his  sight  appear. 

3  "What  troubles  have  we  seen ! 

What  conflicts  have  we  past  ! 
Fightings  without,  and  fears  within, 
Since  we  assembled  last. 

4  But  out  of  all  the  Lord 

Hath  brought  us  by  his  love  ; 
And  still  he  doth  his  help  afford, 
And  hides  our  life  above. 


FELLOWSHIP.  295 

5  Then  let  us  make  our  boast 
Of  his  redeeming  grace, 
Which  saves  us  to  the  uttermost, 
Who  here  his  footsteps  trace. 

;6  Let  us  take  up  the  cross, 

Till  we  the  •crown  obtain  ; 
And  gladly  reckon  all  things  loss, 
So  we  may  Jesus  gain. 

392  C.  M. 

1  A  LL  praise  to  our  redeeming  Lord, 
XjL  Who  joins  us,  by  his  grace, 
And  bids  us,  each  to  each  restor'd, 

Together  seek  his  face. 

2  He  bids  us  build  each  other  up ; 

And,  gather' d  into  one, 
To  our  high  calling's  glorious  hope, 
We  hand  in  hand  go  on. 


We  all  delight  to  prove  : 
The  grace  through  every  vessel  flows, 
In  purest  streams  of  love. 

4  E'en  now  we  think  and  speak  the  same, 

And  cordially  agree, 
United  all,  thnough  Jesus'  name, 
In  perfect  Tiarmony. 

5  We  all  partake  the  joy  of  one, 

The  common  peace  Ave  feel  ; 
A  peace  to  sensual  minds  unknown, 
A  joy  unspeakable. 


6  And  if  our  fellowship  below 
In  Jesus  be  so  sweet, 


296  CHRISTIAN 

Yvrhat  height  of  rapture  shall  we  know, 
When  round  his  throne  we  meet ! 

393  S.  M. 

1  "O  LEST  be  the  tie  that  binds 
JO  Our  hearts  in  Christian  love  ; 
The  fellowship  of  kindred  minds 

Is  like  to  that  above. 

2  Before  our  Father's  throne, 

We  pour  our  ardent  pray'rs; 
Our  fears,  our  hopes,  our  aims  are  one, 
Our  comforts,  and  our  cares. 

3  We  share  our  mutual  woes  ; 

Our  mutual  burdens  bear ; 
And  often  for  each  other  flows 
The  sympathizing  tear. 

4  When  we  asunder  part, 

It  gives  us  inward  pain, 
But  we  shall  still  be  join'd  in  heart, 
And  hope  to  meet  again. 

5  This  glorious  hope  revives 

Our  courage  by  the  way  ; 
While  each  in  expectation  lives, 
And  longs  to  see  the  day. 

6  From  sorrow,  toil,  and  pain, 

And  sin  we  shall  be  free ; 
And  perfect  love  and  friendship  reign 
Through  all  eternity. 

394  P.  M. 

1  "%/JID   scenes  of  confusion  and  creature 
J3jL     complaints, 

How  sweet  to  my  soul  is  communion  with 
saints; 


FELLOWSHIP.  297 

To  find  at   the  banquet  of  mercy  there's 

room, 
And  feel  in  the  presence  of  Jesus  at  home^ 

CHOR  US. 
Home,  home,  sweet,  sweet  home, 
Prepare  me,  dear  Saviour,  for  glory,  my  home. 
Sweet  bonds  that  unite  all  the  children  of 

peace ! 
And  thrice  precious  Jesus,  whose  love 

cannot  cease, 
Tho'  oft  from  thy  presence  in  sadness  I 

roam, 
I  long  to  behold  thee,  in  glory  at  home. 
I  long  from  this  body  of  clay  to  be  free, 
Which  hinders  my  joy   and  communion 

with  thee : 
Though  now  my  temptations  like  billows 

may  foam, 
All,  all  will  be  peace,  when  I'm  with  thee 

at  home. 
While  here  in  the  valley  of  conflict  I  stay, 
0  give  me  submission  and  strength  as  my 

day ; 
In  all  my  afflictions  to  thee  would  I  come, 
Rejoicing  in  hope  of  my  glorious  home. 
Whate'er  thou  deniest,    0   give   me   thy 

grace, 
The  Spirit's  sure  witness,  and  smiles  of 

thy  face  ; 
Indulge  me  with  patience  to  wait  at  thy 

throne, 
And  find  even  now  a  sweet  foretaste  of 

home. 


298  -CHRISTIAN 

&  I  long,    dearest  Lord,    in  thy  beauties  t<j 

shine, 
2Jo  more  as  an  exile,  in  sorrow  to  pine, 
And  in  thy  dear  image   arise   from  the 

tomb, 
With  glorified  millions  to  praise  thee  at 

home. 

395  C.  M. 

1  Q  EE,  Jesus,,  thy  disciples  see, 
C3  The  promis'd  blessing  give! 
Met  in  thy  name,  we  look  to  thee, 

Expecting  to  receive. 

2  Thee  we  expect,  our  faitihful  Lord, 

Who  in  thy  name  are  join'd ; 
We  wait  according  to  thy  word, 
Thee  in  the  midst  to  find. 

8  With  us  thou  art  assembled  here, 
But,  0  !  thyself  reveal ! 
Son  of  the  living  God,  appear  I 
Let  us  thy  presence  feel. 
4  Breathe  on  us,  Lord,  in  this  our  day, 
And  these  dry  bones  shall  live; 
Speek  peace  into  our  hearts,  and  say, 
"The  Holy  Ghost  receive." 
h  Whom  now  we  seek,  0  may  we  meet! 
Jesus,  the  Crucified: 
Show  us  thy  bleeding  hands  and  feet, 
Thou  who  for  us  hast  died. 
6  Cause  us  the  record  to  receive  ! 
Speak,  and  the  tokens  show, 
llO  be  not  faithless,  but  believe 
In  Me,  who  died  for  youl" 


FELLOWSHIP.  299 

39@  L.  M. 

1  g  |NCE  more  a  pleasant  interview 
\_P  The  Lord  cloth  grant  us,  to  renew 
Our  social  friendship,  kind  and  dear ; 
Our  hearts  to  warm,  our  souls  to  cheer. 

2  While  we  were  absent  far  abroad, 
We  saw  the  kindness  of  our  God ; 
Therefore  his  love  let  us  adore, 
That  we  are  here  alive  once  more. 

0  How  many  souls  have  launched  away 
To  everlasting  night  or  day  ! 

In  sickness  many  more  remain, 
Whilst  we  our  life  and  health  retain. 
4  Into  his  presence  let  us  haste, 

And  thank  him  for  his  favors  past ; 
Down  on  your  knees  devoutly  all, 
Before  the  Lord,  our  Maker,  fall. 

39?  C.  M. 

1  Pin  RY  us,  0  God,  and  search  the  ground 

-1-     Of  every  sinful  heart : 
Wkate'er  of  sin  in  us  is  found, 
0  bid  it  all  depart ! 

2  If  to  the  right  or  left  we  stray, 

Leave  us  not  comfortless; 
But  guide  our  feet  into  the  way 
Of  everlasting  peace. 

3  Help  us,  to  help  each  other,  Lord, 

Each  other's  cross  to  bear ; 

Let  each  his  friendly  aid  afford, 

And  feel  his  brother's  care. 

4  Help  us,  to  build  each  other  up; 

Our  little  stock  improve ; 


300  CHRISTIAN 

Increase  our  faith,  confirm  our  hope, 
And  perfect  us  in  love. 

5  Up  into  thee,  our  living  Head, 

Let  us  in  all  things  grow  ; 
Till  thou  hast  made  us  free  indeed, 
And  spotless  here  below. 

6  Then,   when  the  mighty  work  is  wrought, 

Receive  thy  ready  bride  ; 
Give  us  in  heaven  a  happy  lot 
With  all  the  sanctified. 

39S  C.  M. 


'U 


N  CERTAIN  how  the  way  to  find, 
Which  to  salvation  led, 
I  listen'd  long,  with  anxious  mind, 
To  hear  what  others  said. 


2  When  some  of  joys  and  comforts  told, 

I  fear'd  that  I  was  wrong  ; 
For  I  was  stupid,  dead,  and  cold, 
Had  neither  joy  nor  song. 

3  The  Lord  my  lab'ring  heart  reliev'd, 

And  made  my  burden  light ; 
Then  for  a  moment  I  belie v'd, 
Supposing  all  was  right. 

4  Of  fierce  temptations  others  talk'd, 

Of  anguish  and  dismay, 
Through  what  distresses  they  had  walk'd 
Before  they  found  the  way. 

5  Ah!  then  I  thought  my  hopes  were  vain, 

For  I  had  liv'd  at  ease ; 
I  wislTd  for  all  my  fears  again, 
To  make  me  more  like  these. 


FELLOWSHIP.  301 

6  I  had  my  wish,  the  Lord  disclos'd 

The  evils  of  my  heart ; 
And  left  my  naked  soul  expos'd 
To  Satan's  fiery  dart. 

7  Alas!  "I  now  must  give  it  up," 

I  cried  in  deep  despair ; 
How  could  I  dream  of  drawing  hope 
From  what  I  cannot  bear  ! 

8  Again  my  Saviour  brought  me  aid, 

And  when  he  set  me  free, 
"Trust  simply  on  my  word,"  he  said, 
"And  leave  the  rest  to  me.'' 

3®9  P.  M.  7s.  &  6s. 

1  rf~^OME,  my  friend,  and  let  us  try, 
\J  For  a  little  season, 

Every  burden  to  lay  hy  ; 
Come,  and  let  us  reason. 

2  What  is  this  that  casts  you  down, 

What  is  this  that  grieves  you  ? 
Speak,  and  let  the  worst  be  known, 
Speaking  may  relieve  you. 

3  Christ  at  times  by  faith  I  view, 

And  it  doth  relieve  me  ; 
But  my  doubts  return  anew, 
They  are  those  that  grieve  me. 

4  Troubled  like  the  restless  sea, 

Feeble,  faint,  and  fearful, 
Plagu'd  with  every  sore  disease, 
How  can  I  be  cheerful  ? 

5  Think  on  what  your  Saviour  bore 

In  the  gloomy  garden  ; 


302  CHRISTIAN 

Sweating  Hood  at  every  pore, 
To  procure  thy  pardon. 

6  View  him  nailed  to  the  tree, 

Bleeding,  groaning,  dying ; 
See,  he  suffer'd  this  for  thee, 
Therefore  be  believing. 

7  Brethren,  don't  you  feel  the  flame  ? 

Sisters,  don't  you  love  him  ? 
Let  us  join  to  praise  his  name, 
Let  us  never  grieve  him. 

8  Soon  we'll  meet  to  part  no  more, 

Soon  we'll  meet  in  heaven; 
There  we'll  join  the  saints  above, 
And  forever  praise  him. 

4©©-  S.  M. 

1  "OLEST  are  the  sons  of  peace, 

fi3   Whose  hearts  and  hopes  are  one ; 
Whose  kind  designs  to  serve  and  please7 
Through  all  their  actions  run. 

2  Blest  is  the  pious  house 

Where  zeal  and  friendship  meet; 
Their  songs  of  praise,  their  mingled  vows, 
Make  their  communion  sweet. 

3  Thus  on  the  heavenly  hills 

The  saints  are  blest  above, 
Where  joy  like  morning  dew  distills, 
And  all  the  air  is  love. 

4:01  4  lines  7s. 

1   JESUS,  Lord,  we  look  to  thee, 
J    Let  us  in  thy  name  agree  ; 
Show  thyself  the  Prince  of  Peace  «' 
Bid  our  jars  forever  cease. 


FELLOWSHIP.  SOS 

2  By  thy  reconciling  lore, 
Every  stumbling  block  remove  ; 
Each  to  each  unite,  endear ; 
Come,  and  spread  thy  banner  kere^ 

3  Make  us-  of  one  heart  and  mind, 
Courteous,  pitiful,  and  kind ; 
Lowly,  meek,  in  thought  and  wordy 
Altogether  like  our  Lord. 

4  Let  us  for  each  other  care, 
Each  the  other's  burden  bear : 
To  thy  church  the  pattern  give  ; 
Show  how  true  believers  live. 

b  Free  from  anger  and  from  pride, 
Let  us  thus  in  God  abide ; 
All  the  depths  of  love  express, 
All  the  heights  of  holiness. 

6  Let  us  then  with  joy  remove 
To  the  family  above ; 
On  the  wings  of  angels  fly  ; 
Show  how  true  believers  die. 

402     .  C,  M. 

1  jTIOME,  let  us  use  the  grace  divine^ 
\J  And  all,  with  one  accord, 

In  a  perpetual  covenant  join 
Ourselves  to  Christ  the  Lord. 

2  Give  up  ourselves  through  Jesus'  power,. 

His  name  to  glorify  ; 
And  promise,,  in  this  sacred  hour, 
For  God  to  live  and  die.. 

&  The  cov'nant  we  this  moment  maker 
Be  ever  kept  in  mi  adj. 


304  CHRISTIAN 

We  will  no  more  our  God  forsake, 
Or  cast  his  words  behind. 

4  We  never  will  throw  off  his  fear, 

Who  hears  our  solemn  vow  ; 
And  if  thou  art  well  pleas'd  to  hear, 
Come  down,  and  meet  us  now  ! 

5  Thee,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 

Let  all  our  hearts  receive ; 

Present  with  the  celestial  host, 

The  peaceful  answer  give. 

6  To  each  the  cov'nant  blood  apply, 

Which  takes  our  sins  away ; 
And  register  our  names  on  high, 
And  keep  us  to  that  day. 

MS  S.  M. 

1  TESUS,  we  look  to  thee, 

J  Thy  promis'd  presence  claim  ; 
Thou  in  the  midst  of  us  shalt  be, 

Assembled  in  thy  name : 

Thy  name  salvation  is, 

Which  here  we  come  to  prove  y 
Thy  name  is  life,  and  health,  and  peace, 

And  everlasting  love. 

2  Not  in  the  name  of  pride, 

Or  selfishness  we  meet  ; 

From  nature's  paths  we  turn  aside, 
And  worldly  thoughts  forget : 
We  meet  the  grace  to  take, 
Which  thou  hast  freely  given  ; 

We  meet  on  earth  for  thy  dear  sake, 
That  we  may  meet  in  heaven. 


TELLOWSHIP.  305 

S  Present  we  know  thou  art, 

But,  0,  thyself  reveal  I 
Now,  Lord,  let  every  bounding  heart 

The  mighty  comfort  feel ! 

0  may  thy  quick'ning  voice 

The  death  of  sin  remove ; 
And  bid  our  inmost  souls  rejoice, 

In  hope  of  perfect  love ! 

404  4  lines  7s. 

1  TT&EOPLE  of  the  living  God, 

■      I  have  sought  the  world  around ; 
Paths  of  sin  and  sorrow  trod, 
Peace  and  comfort  never  found. 
'2  Now  to  you  my  spirit  turns, 
Turns  a  fugitive  unblest; 
Brethren,  where  your  altar  burns, 
Oh,  receive  me  to  your  rest ! 
v>  Lonely  I  no  longer  roam, 

Like  the  cloud,  the  wind,  the  wave  : 
Where  you  live  shall  be  my  home, 
Where  you  die  shall  be  my  grave. 

4  Tell  me  not  of  gain  or  loss, 

Ease,  enjoyment,  pomp,  or  power  : 
Welcome  poverty,  and  cross, 

Shame,  reproach,  affliction's  hour. 
«5  :'Follow  me!"  I  know  thy  voice, 
Jesus,  Lord,  thy  steps  I  see  ; 
Now  I  take  thy  yoke  by  choice  ; 
Light  the  burden  now  to  me. 
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306  the  christian's 

THE   CHRISTIAN'S  WARFARE. 

405  S.  M. 

First  Part 
"ARK,  how  the  watchmen  cry  ! 
Attend  the  trumpet's  sound; 
Stand  to  your  arms,  the  foe  is  nigh; 

The  powers  of  hell  surround. 
"Who  how  to  Christ's  command, 

Your  arms  and  hearts  prepare  ; 
The  day  of  battle  is  at  hand, — 
Go  forth  to  glorious  war ! 

See,  on  the  mountain  top, 

The  standard  of  your  God ! 
In  Jesus'  name  'tis  lifted  up, 

All  stain' d  with  hallow' d  blood. 
His  standard  bearers,  now 

To  all  the  nations  call : 
To  Jesus'  cross,  ye  nations,  bow  ; 

He  bore  the  cross  for  all. 
Go  up  with  Christ,  your  Head, 

Your  Captain's  footsteps  see; 
Follow  your  Captain,  and  be  led 

To  certain  victory. 
All  power  to  him  is  given  : 

He  ever  reigns  the  same : 
Salvation,  happiness,  and  heaven, 

Are  all  in  Jesus'  name. 
Only  have  faith  in  God ; 

In  faith  your  foes  assail : 
Not  wrestling  against  flesh  and  blood 

But  all  the  powers  of  hell. 


WARFARE.  807 

8  From  thrones  of  glory  driven, 
By  naming  vengeance  hurl'd, 
They  throng  the  air,  and  darken  heaven, 
And  rule  this  lower  world. 

406  S.  M. 

Second  Part. 

1  A  NGELS  our  march  oppose, 
J\_  Who  still  in  strength  excel, 
Your  secret,  sworn,  eternal  foes, 

Countless,  invisible. 

2  With  rage  that  never  ends, 

Their  hellish  arts  they  try  : 
Legions  of  dire,  malicious  fiends, 
And  spirits  entkron'd  on  high. 

3  On  earth  th'  usurpers  reign, 

Exert  their  baneful  power  ; 

O'er  the  poor  fallen  sons  of  men 

They  tyrannize  their  hour. 

4  But  shall  believers  fear  ? 

And  shall  believers  fly  ? 
Or  see  the  bloody  cross  appear, 
And  all  their  powers  defy  ? 

5  Jesus'  tremendous  name 

Puts  all  our  foes  to  flight  ! 
'Jesus,  the  meek,  the  angry  Lamb, 
A  lion  is  in  fight. 

6  By  all  hell's  host  withstood, 

We  all  hell's  host  o'erthrow  ; 
And    conqu'ring    them    through   Jesus' 
We  on  to  conquer  go.  [blood, 

7  Our  Captain  leads  us  on  ; 

He  beckons  from  the  skies, 


308 

And  readies  out  a  starry  crown, 
And  bids  us  take  the  prize. 

8  "Be  faithful  unto  death ; 
Partake  my  victory, 
And  thou  shalt  wear  this  glorious  wreath. 
And  thou  shalt  reign  with  me." 

4OT  C.  M. 

1  A  Mia  soldier  of  the  cross, 
2L  A  foll'wer  of  the  Lamb? 
And  shall  I  fear  to  own  his  cause, 

Or  blush  to  speak  his  name  ? 

2  Must  I  be  carried  to  the  skies, 

On  flow'ry  beds  of  ease? 
While  others  fought  to  win  the  prize, 
And  sail'd  through  bloody  seas? 

3  Are  there  no  foes  for  me  to  face  ? 

Must  I  not  stem  the  flood  ? 
Is  this  vain  world  a  friend  to  grace, 
To  help  me  on  to  God? 

4  Since  I  must  fight,  if  I  would  reign, 

Increase  my  courage,  Lord  ! 
I'll  bear  the  toil,  endure  the  pain, 
Supported  by  thy  word. 

o  Thy  saints,  in  all  this  glorious  war, 
Shall  conquer,  though  they  die  ; 
They  see  the  triumph  from  afar, 
With  faith's  discerning  eye. 

6  When  that  illustrious  day  shall  rise, 
And  all  thy  armies  shine 
In  robes  of  vict'ry  through  the  skies, 
The  glory  shall  be  thine. 


WARFARE.  309 

40S  S.  M. 

1  IV/JY  soul,  be  on  thy  guard, 
JJA.  Ten  thousand  foes  arise; 
The  hosts  of  sin  are  pressing  hard, 

To  draw  thee  from  the  skies. 

2  0  watch,  and  fight,  and  pray, 

The  battle  ne'er  give  o'er; 
Kenew  it  boldly  every  day, 
And  help  divine  implore. 

3  Ne'er  think  the  vict'ry  won, 

Nor  once  at  case  sit  down ; 
Tl^  arduous  work  will  not  be  done, 
Till  thou  hast  got  thy  crown. 

4  Fight  on,  my  soul,  till  death 

Shall  bring  thee  to  thy  God : 
He'll  take  thee,  at  thy  parting  breath, 
Up  to  his  blest  abode. 

409  L.  M. 

1  4M0ME,  ye  that  love  the  Lord  indeed, 
\J  Who  are  from  sin  and  bondage  freed  : 
Submit  to  all  the  ways  of  God, 

And  walk  the  narrow,  happy  road. 

2  Great  tribulations  you  shall  meet, 
But  soon  shall  walk  the  golden  street; 
Though  hell  may  rage  and  vent  its  spite, 
Yet  Christ  will  save  his  heart's  delight. 

3  Behold  the  righteous  marching  home, 
And  all  the  angels  bid  them  come, 
"While  Christ,  the  Judge,  these  words  pro- 
claims, 

"Here  come  my  saints,  I  own  their  names : 


310  THE    CHRISTIAN'S 

4  "Ye  everlasting  gates,  fly  wide; 
Make  ready  to  receive  my  bride  ; 

Ye  harps  of  heaven  now  sound  aloud, 
Here  conies  the  purchase  of  my  blood. 

5  In  grandeur  see  the  royal  line, 

In  glitt'ring  robes  the  sun  outshine ; 
See  saints  and  angels  join  in  one, 
And  march  in  splendor  to  the  throne. 

6  They  stand  in  wonder  and  look  on ; 
They  join  in  one  eternal  song, 
Their  great  Redeemer  to  admire, 
While  raptures  set  their  souls  on  fire. 

41©  4  lines  7s. 

1  TESTIS,  lover  of  my  soul, 
d    Let  me  to  thy  bosom  fly ; 
While  the  billows  near  me  roll, 

While  the  tempest,  still  is  high. 

2  Hide  me,  0  my  Saviour,  hide, 

Till  the  storm  of  life  is  past : 
Safe  into  the  haven  guide, 
0  receive  my  soul  at  last ! 

3  Other  refuge  have  I  none, 

Hangs  my  helpless  soul  on  thee  : 
Leave,  oh!  leave  me  not  alone — 
Still  support  and  comfort  me  ! 

4  All  my  trust  on  thee  is  stay'd, 

All  my  help  from  thee  I  bring ; 
Cover  my  defenceless  head 
With  the  shadow  of  thy  wing. 

5  Thou  of  life  the  Fountain  art, 

Freely  let  me  take  of  thee : 


WARFARE.  311 

Spring  thou  up  within  my  heart, — 
Rise  to  all  eternity ! 

411  4  8s.  &  2  6s. 

1  d^OME  on,  my  partners  in  distress, 

\J  My  comrades  through  this  wilderness, 

Who  still  your  bodies  feel  : 
Awhile  forget  your  griefs  and  fears, 
And  look  beyond  this  vale  of  tears, 

To  that  celestial  hill. 

2  Beyond  the  bounds  of  time  and  space, 
Look  forward  to  that  heavenly  place, 

The  saints'  secure  abode  ; 
On  faith's  strong  eagle  pinions  rise, 
And  force  your  passage  to  the  skies, 

And  scale  the  mount  of  God. 

3  Who  suffer  with  our  Master  here, 
We  shall  before  his  face  appear, 

And  by  his  side  sit  down ; 
To  patient  faith  the  prize  is  sure ; 
And  all  that  to  the  end  endure 

The  cross,  shall  wear  the  crown. 

4  Thrice  blessed,  bliss-inspiring  hope ! 
It  lifts  the  fainting  spirits  up; 

It  brings  to  life  the  dead : 
Our  conflicts  here  shall  soon  be  past, 
And  you  and  I  ascend  at  last, 

Triumphant  with  our  Head. 
o  That  great  mysterious  Deity, 
We  soon  with  open  face  shill  see ; 

The  beatific  sight 
Shall  fill  the  heavenly  courts  with  praise, 
And  wide  diffuse  the  golden  blaze 

Of  everlasting  light. 


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312  THE  christian's 

6  The  Father,  shining  on  his  throne^ 
The  glorious,  everlasting  Son, 

The  Spirit,  One  and  seven, 
Conspire  our  rapture  to  complete  j. 
And  lo !  we  fall  before  his  feet, 

And  silence  heightens  heaven.. 

7  In  hope  of  that  ecstatic  pause, 
Jesus,  we  now  sustain  the  cross, 

And  at  thy  footstool  fall ; 
Till  thou  our  hidden  life  reveal, 
Till  thou  our  ravish' d  spirits  fill,. 

And  God  be  all  in  all. 

412  P.  M.  7s.  &  6s. 

WHEN  shall  I  see  Jesus,, 
And  dwell  with  him  above.. 
To  drink  the  flowing  fountains 

Of  everlasting  love  ? 
"When  shall  I  be  deliver' & 

From  this  vain  world  of  sin, 
And  with  my  blessed  Jesus 

Drink  endless  pleasures  in  ?■ 
But  now  I  am  a  soldier, 

My  Captain's  voice  I  hear; 
He  gives  me  all  my  orders, 

And  tells  me  not  to  fear. 
And  if  I  hold  out  faithful, 

A  crown  of  life  he'll  give, 
And  all  his  valiant  soldiers 

Eternally  shall  live. 
Through  grace  I  am  deiermin't-Y 

To  conquer,  though  I  die; 
And  then  away  to  Jesus 

On  wings  of  love  I'll  fly : — 


WARFARE.  813 

Farewell  to  sin  and  sorrow, 

I  bid  them  all  adieu ; 
And  you,  my  friends,  prove  faithful;. 

And  on  your  way  pursue. 

4  And  if  you  meet  with  troubles 

And  trials  on  the  way, 
Then  cast  your  care  on  Jesusy 

And  don't  forget  to  pray. 
Gird  on  your  heavenly  armor 

Of  faith,  and  hope,  and  love. 
And  when  your  race  is  ended, 

You'll  reign  with  him  above. 

5  O  !  do  not  be  discourag'd, 

For  Jesus  is  your  friend ; 
And  if  you  lack  for  knowledge, 

He'll  not  refuse  fc  lend ; 
Neither  will  he  upbraid  you, 

Though  often  you  request, 
He'll  give  you  grace  to  conquer,. 

And  take  you  home  to  rest. 

413  C.  M. 


J¥ 


E  weary,  heavy  laden  souls, 
Who  are  oppressed  sore, 
Ye  trav'lers  through  the  wilderness, 

To  Canaan's  peaceful  shore  ; 
Tho'  chilling  winds  and  beating  rains,. 

The  waters  deep  and  cold, 
And  enemies  surrounding  you — 

Take  courage  and  be  bold. 
Though  storms  and  hurricanes  arise? 

The  desert  all  around, 
And  fiery  serpents  oft  appear, 

Through  the  enchanted  ground  j 


314  the  christian's 

Dark  nights,  and  clouds,  and  gloomy  fears? 

And  dragons  often  roar : 
But  while  the  Gospel  trump  we  hear, 

We'll  press  for  Caanan's  shore. 

3  We're  often  like  the  lonesome  dove, 

Who  mourns  her  absent  mate ; 
From  hill  to  hill,  from  vale  to  vale, 

Her  sorrows  to  relate. 
But  Canaan's  land  is  just  before, 

Sweet  spring  is  coming  on ; 
A  few  more  beating  winds  and  rains, 

And  winter  will  be  gone. 

4  Sometimes,  like  mountains  to  the  sky, 

Black  Jordan's  billows  roar; 
Which  often  makes  the  pilgrims  fear, 

They  never  will  get  o'er ; 
But  let  us  gain  mount  Pisgah's  top, 

And  view  the  vernal  plain  ; 
To  fright  our  souls  may  Jordan  roar, 

And  hell  may  rage  in  vain. 

5  0,  what  a  glorious  sight  appears 

"To  my  believing  eyes! 
Methinks  I  see  Jerusalem, 

A  city  in  the  skies ; 
Bright  angels  whisper  me  away — 

0  come !  my  brother,  come  ! 
And  I  am  willing  to  be  gone 

To  my  eternal  home. 

414  6  7s.  &  2  6s. 

1    O  OLDIEBS  of  the  cross,  arise  ! 

Lo  !  your  leader  from  the  skies 


S' 


Waves  before  you  glory's  prize, 
The  prize  of  victory. 


VytARFARE.  315 

Seize  your  armor,  gird  it  on  ; 

Fight  until  the  battle's  won; 

Soon  the  conflict  will  be  done, 

Then  struggle  manfully. 

2  Jesus  conquer  d  when  he  fell, 

Met  and  vanquished  earth  and  hell ; 
Now  he  leads  you  on  to  swell 

The  triumphs  of  his  cross. 
Though  your  enemies  appear, 
Who  will  doubt,  or  who  can  fear  ? 
God,  our  strength  and  shield,  is  near : 

We  cannot  lose  our  cause. 

3  Onward,  then,  ye  hosts  of  God ! 
Jesus  points  the  victor's  rod, 
Follow  where  your  Leader  trod ; 

You  soon  shall  see  his  face. 
Soon,  your  enemies  all  slain, 
Crowns  of  glory  you  shall  gain  ; 
Soon  you'll  join  that  glorious  train, 

Who  shout  their  Saviour's  praise. 

415  L.  M. 

1  "V/fl"Y  God,  in  whom  are  all  the  springs 
-LvJL  Of  boundless  love,  &  grace  unknown, 
Hide  me  beneath  thy  spreading  wings, 
Till  the  dark  cloud  is  overblown. 

2  Up  to  the  heavens  I  send  my  cry, 
The  Lord  will  my  desires  perform, 
He  sends  his  angels  from  the  sky, 

And  saves  me  from  the  threat' ning  storm. 

3  Be  thou  exalted,  0  my  God  I 

Above  the  heavens  where  angels  dwell ; 
Thy  power  on  earth  be  known  abroad. 
Let  land  to  land  thy  wonders  tell. 


316  THE  christian's 

4  My  heart  is  fix'd;  my  song  shall  raise 
Immortal  honors  to  thy  name ; 
Awake,  my  tongue,  to  sound  his  praise, 
My  tongue,  the  glory  of  my  frame. 

5  High  o'er  the  earth  his  mercy  reigns, 
fc   And  reaches  to  the  utmost  sky; 

His  truth  to  endless  years  remains, 
When  lower  worlds  dissolve,  and  die. 

6  Be  thou  exalted,  0  my  God  ! 

Above  the  heavens  where  angels  dwell ; 
Thy  power  on  earth  he  known  abroad, 
And  land  to  land  thy  wonders  tell. 

416  S.  M. 

1  TO  QUIP  me  for  the  war, 

3uk   And  teach  my  hands  to  fight ; 
My  simple,  upright  heart  prepare, 
And  guide  my  words  aright. 

2  Control  my  every  thought ; 

My  whole  of  sin  remove  ; 
Let  all  my  works  in  thee  be  wrought ; 
Let  all  be  wrought  in  love. 

3  0  arm  me  with  the  mind, 

Meek  Lamb,  that  was  in  thee  ! 
And  let  my  knowing  zeal  be  join'd 
"With  perfect  charity. 

4  With  calm  and  temper' d  zeal 

Let  me  enforce  thy  call ; 
And  vindicate  thy  gracious  will, 
Which  offers  lifelo  all. 

5  0  may  I  love  like  thee ! 

In  all  thy  footsteps  tread  I 


WARFARE.  317 

Thou  hatest  all  iniquity, 

But  nothing  thou  hast  made. 

0  0  may  I  learn  the  art, 

With  meekness  to  reprove  ! 
To  hate  the  sin  with  all  my  heart, 
But  still  the  sinner  love. 

41?  6  lines  8s. 

1  CJURE.OTTNDED  by  a  host  of  foes, 

0  Storm'd  by  a  host  of  foes  within  ; 
Nor  swift  to  flee,  nor  strong  t'  oppose, 

Single  against  hell,  earth,  and  sin  ; 
Single,  yet  undismay'd,  I  am  ; 

1  dare  believe  in  Jesus'  name. 

2  What  though  a  thousand  hosts  engage 

A  thousand  worlds,  my  soul  to  shake  5 
I  have  a  shield  shall  quell  their  rage, 

And  drive  the  alien  armies  back ; 
Portray'd,  jt  bears  a  bleeding  Lamb  ; 
I  dare  believe  in  Jesus'  name. 

o  Me  to  retrieve  from  Satan's  hands, 
Me  from  this  evil  world  to  free, 
To  purge  my  sins,  and  loose  my  bands, 

And  save  from  all  iniquity; 
My  Lord  and  God,  from  heaven  he  came, 
I  dare  believe  in  Jesus'  name. 

4  Salvation  in  his  name  there  is, 

Salvation  from  sin,  death,  and  hell  ; 

Salvation  into  glorious  bliss  ; 

How  great  salvation  who  can  tell  ? 

But  all  he  hath  for  mine  I  claim, 

I  dare  believe  in  Jesus'  name, 


'3 


318  THE  christian's 

4*8  S.  M. 

First  Part. 

ESUS,  the  Conqu'ror,  reigns, 
In  glorious  strength  array' d  : 
His  kingdom  over  all  maintains, 
And  bids  the  earth  be  glad ; 
Ye  sons  of  men  rejoice 
In  Jesus'  mighty  love  : 
Lift  up  your  hearts,  lift  up  your  voice, 
To  Him  that  rules  above. 

2  Extol  his  kingly  power, 

Kiss  the  exalted  Son, 
Who  died,  and  lives  to  die  no  more, 

High  on  his  Father's  throne  : 

Our  Advocate  with  God, 

He  undertakes  our  cause, 
And  spreads  through  all  the  earth  abroad, 

The  vict'ry  of  his  cross. 

3  That  bloody  banner  see, 

And,  in  your  Captain's  sight, 
Fight  the  good  fight  of  faith  with  me, 

My  fellow  soldiers,  fight : 

In  mighty  phalanx  join'd, 

To  battle  all  proceed  ; 
Arm'd  with  th'  unconquerable  mind, 

Which  was  in  Christ,  your  Head. 

419  S.  M. 

Second  Part. 


'V 


"fRGE  on  your  rapid  course, 
Ye  blood-besprinkled  bands  ; 
The  heavenly  kingdom  suffers  force  J 
'Tis  seiz'd  by  violent  hands  ; 


WARFARE.  319 

See  there  the  starry  crown 
That  glitters  through  the  skies  ! 
Satan,  the  world,  and  sin,  tread  down, 
And  take  the  glorious  prize  ! 

2  Through  much  distress  and  pain, 
Through  many  a  conflict  here, 

Through  blood,  ye  must  the  entrance  gain, 
Yet,  0  disdain  to  fear  : 
"Courage,"  your  Captain  cries, 
(Who  all  your  toil  foreknew,) 

"Toil  ye  shall  have,  yet  all  despise, 
I  have  o'ercome  for  you." 

8  The  world  cannot  withstand 
Its  ancient  Conqueror: 
The  world  must  sink  beneath  the  Hand 
Which  arms  us  for  the  war : 
This  is  the  victory, 
Before  our  faith  they  fall ; 
Jesus  hath  died  for  you  and  me; 
Believe,  and  conquer  all ! 

42©  8  lines  7s.  &  6s. 

1  g^i  OD  is  my  strong  salvation, 
IJT  What  foe  have  I  to  fear  ? 
In  darkness  and  temptation 

My  light,  my  help,  is  near: 
Though  hosts  encamp  around  me, 

Firm  in  the  fight  I  stand  ; 
What  terror  can  confound  me, 

With  God  at  my  right  hand  ? 

2  Place  on  the  Lord  reliance: 

My  soul,  with  courage  wait ; 
His  truth  be  thine  affiance, 
When  faint  and  desolate ; 


320  THE   CHRISTIAN'S 

His  might  thy  heart  shall  strengthen, 

His  love  thy  joy  increase ; 
Mercy  thy  days  shall  lengthen, 

The  Lord  will  give  thee  peace. 

421  S.  M. 

1  QOLDIERS  of  Christ,  arise, 
Kj  And  put  your  armor  on, 

Strong  in  the  strength  which  God  supplies 

Through  his  eternal  Son ; 

Strong  in  the  Lord  of  Hosts, 

And  in  his  mighty  power, 
Who  in  the  strength  of  Jesus  trusts, 

Is  more  than  conqueror. 

2  Stand  then  in  his  great  might, 

With  all  his  strength  endued  ; 
But  take,  to  arm  you  for  the  fight, 

The  panoply  of  God  : 

That  having  all  things  done, 

And  all  your  conflicts  past, 
Ye  may  o'ercome  through  Christ  alone, 

And  stand  entire  at  last. 

3  Stand,  then,  against  your  foes, 

In  close  and  firm  array ; 
Legions  of  wily  fiends  oppose, 

Throughout  the  evil  day  : 

But  meet  the  sons  of  night, 

And  mock  their  vain  design, 
Arm'd  in  the  arms  of  heavenly  light^ 

Of  righteousness  divine. 
A  Leave  no  unguarded  place, 

No  weakness  of  the  soul ; 
Take  every  virtue,  every  grace, 

And  fortify  the  whole : 


WARFARE.  321 

Tndissolubly  join'd, 
To  battle  all  proceed ; 
But  arm  yourselves  with  all  the  mind 
That  was  in  Christ,  you  Head. 

122  8  lines  7s. 

1  "OE.ETHREN,  while  we  sojourn  here, 
_0  Fight  we  must,  but  should  not  fear  ; 
Foes  we  have,  but  we've  a  Friend, 

One  that  loves  us  to  the  end : 
Forward,  then,  with  courage  go', 
Long  we  shall  not  dwell  below ; 
Soon  the  joyful  news  will  come, 
.   "Child,"  your  Father  calls,  "Come  home  !" 

2  In  the  way,  a-  thousand  snares 
Lie  to  take  us  unawares  : 
Satan,  with  malicious  art, 
"Watches  each  unguarded  heart  : 
But  from  Satan's  malice  free, 
Saints  shall  soon  in  glory  be;    . 
Soon  the  joyful  news  will  come, 
"Child,"  your  Father  calls,  "Come  home  !" 

•3  But  of  all  the  foes  we  meet, 
None  so  oft  mislead  our  feet, 
Nor  betray  us  into  sin, 
Like  the  foes  that  dwell  within  : 
Yet  let  nothing  spoil  your  peace, 
Christ  shall  also  conquer  these  : 
Soon  the  joyful  news  will  come, 
"Child,"  your  Father  calls,  "Come  home!" 

423  L.  M. 

1   T  ET  Zion  in  her  King  rejoice, 

J-J  Though  tyrants  rage,  and  kingdoms 
rise; 
21 


322  the  christian's 

He  utters  his  Almighty  voice — 
The  nations  melt,  the  tumult  dies. 

2  The  Lord  of  old  for  Jacob  fought, 
And  Jacob's  God  is  still  our  aid: 
Behold  the  works  his  hand  hath  wrought ; 
"What  desolations  he  has  made  ! 

8  From  sea  to  sea,  through  all  the  shores, 
He  makes  the  noise  of  battle  cease ; 
When  from  on  high  his  thunder  roars, 
He  awes  the  trembling  world  to  peace. 

4  He  breaks  the  bow,  he  cuts  the  spear ; 
Chariots  he  burns  with  heavenly  flame ; 
Keep  silence,  all  the  earth,  and  hear 
The  sound  and  glory  of  his  name. 

424  C.  M. 

1  ^^/"E  love  thee,  Lord,  and  we  adore  ; 

If     Now  is  thine  arm  reveal'd  ; 
Thou  art  our  strength,  our  heavenly  tower, 
Our  bulwark  and  our  shield. 

2  We  fly  to  our  eternal  Rock, 

And  find  a  sure  defence ; 
His  holy  name  our  lips  invoke, 
And  draw  salvation  thence. 

3  When  God,  our  Leader,  shines  in  arms, 

What  mortal  heart  can  bear 

The  thunder  of  his  loud  alarms, 

The  lightning  of  his  spear  ? 

4  He  rides  upon  the  winged  wind, 

And  angels,  in  array, 
In  millions  wait  to  know  his  mind, 
And  swift  as  flames  obey. 


WARFARE.  323 

5  He  speaks — and  at  bis  fierce  rebuke 
Wbole  armies  are  dismay'd; 
His  voice,  bis  frown,  his  angry  look, 
Strike  all  their  courage  dead. 

425  C.  M. 

1  TjlOREVER  blessed  be  the  Lord, 
Ju    My  Saviour  and  my  Shield; 
He  sends  his  Spirit  with  his  word, 

To  arm  me  for  the  field. 

2  When  sin  and  hell  their  force  unite, 

He  makes  my  soul  his  care  ; 
Instructs  me  in  the  heavenly  fight, 
And  guards  me  through  the  war. 

3  A  Friend  and  Helper  so  divine, 

Doth  my  weak  courage  raise : 
He  makes  the  glorious  vict'ry  mine, 
And  his  shall  be  the  praise. 

426  L.  M. 

1  TESUS !  and  shall  it  ever  be, 

J    A  mortal  man  ashamed  of  thee  ! 
Ashamed  of  thee,  whom  angels  praise, 
Whose  glories  shine  through  endless  days? 

2  Ashamed  of  Jesus!  sooner  far 
Let  evening  blush  to  own  a  star  : 
He  sheds  the  beams  of  light  divine 
O'er  this  benighted  soul  of  mine. 

3  Ashamed  of  Jesus  !  just  as  soon 
Let  midnight  be  ashamed  of  noon; 
'Tis  midnight  with  my  soul  till  he, 
Bright  Morning  Star,  bids  darkness  flee. 

4  Ashamed  of  Jesus  I  that  dear  Friend 
On  whom  my  hopes  of  heaven  depend ! 


324  the  christian's  warfare. 

No,  when  I  blush — be  this  my  shame, 
That  I  no  more  revere  his  name. 

5  Ashamed  of  Jesus  !  yes,  I  may 
When  I've  no  guilt  to  wash  away, 
No  tears  to  wipe,  no  good  to  crave, 
No  fears  to  quell,  no  soul  to  save. 

6  Till  then — nor  is  my  boasting  vain, 
Till  then  I  boast  a  Saviour  slain  ; 
And  0  may  this  my  glory  be, 
That  Christ  is  not  ashamed  of  me. 

7  His  institutions  I  will  prize, 

Take  up  my  cross — the  shame  despise, 
Dare  to  defend  his  noble  cause, 
And  yield  obedience  to  his  laws. 

427  S.  M. 

Victory. 

1  "I"  THE  good  fight  have  fought,— 

1    0  when  shall  I  declare  ! 
The  vict'ry  by  my  Saviour  got, 
I  long  with  Paul  to  share. 

2  0  may  I  triumph  so, 

When  all  my  warfare's  past ; 
And,  dying,  find  my  latest  foe 
Under  my  feet  at  last  ! 

3  This  blessed  word  be  mine, 

Just  as  the  port  is  gain'd, — 
Kept  by  the  power  of  grace  divine, 
I  have  the  faith  maintain' d. 

4  Th'  apostles  of  my  Lord, 

To  whom  it  first  was  given, 
They  could  not  speak  a  greater  word, 
Nor  all  the  saints  in  heaven. 


TRUSTING  IN  GRACE  ETC.  325 

428  S.  M. 

Victory  is  on  the  Lord's  side. 

1  A  EISE,  ye  saints,  arise  ! 
XX  The  Lord  our  Leader  is  ; 
The  foe  before  his  banner  flies, 

And  victory  is  His. 

2  We  follow  thee,  our  Guide, 

Our  Saviour,  and  our  King  ; 
"We  follow  thee,  through  grace  supplied 
From  heaven's  eternal  spring. 

3  We  soon  shall  see  the  day, 

When  all  our  toils  shall  cease ; 
When  we  shall  cast  our  arms  away, 
And  dwell  in  endless  peace. 

4  This  hope  supports  us  here ; 

It  makes  our  burdens  light : 
'Twill  serve  our  drooping  hearts  to  cheer, 
Till  faith  shall  end  in  sight : — 

5  Till,  of  the  prize  possess' d, 

We  hear  of  war  no  more ; 

And  ever  with  our  Leader  rest, 

On  yonder  peaceful  shore. 


TRUSTING  IN  GRACE  AND 
PROVIDENCE. 

429  S.  M. 

1   r\  RACE !  'tis  a  charming  sound, 
\Jf  Harmonious  to  the  ear, 
Heaven  with  the  echo  shall  resound, 
And  all  the  earth  shall  hear. 


326  TRUSTING   IN   GRACE 

2  Grace  first  contriv'd  the  way 
To  save  rebellious  man  : 
And  all  the  steps  that  grace  display, 
Which  drew  the  wondrous  plan. 
S  Grace  led  my  roving  feet 

To  tread  the  heavenly  road  ; 
And  new  supplies  each  hour  I  meet, 
While  pressing  on  to  God. 

4  Grace  taught,  my  soul  to  pray, 

And  made  my  eyes  o'erfiow : 
'Twas  grace  which  kept  me  to  this  day, 
And  will  not  let  me  go. 

5  Grace  all  the  work  shall  crown, 

Through  everlasting  days  ; 
It  lays  in  heaven  the  topmost  stone, 
And  well  deserves  the  praise. 
430  P.  M. 

1  FipKOUGH  troubles  assail, 

I     ^nd  dangers  affright, 
Though  friends  should  all  fail, 

And  foes  all  unite : 
Yet  one  thing  secures  us, 

Whatever  betide, 
The  promise  assures  us, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 

2  The  birds,  without  barn 

Or  storehouse,  are  fed, 
From  them  let  us  learn 

To  trust  for  our  bread  ; 
His  saints  what  is  fitting 

Shall  ne'er  be  denied, 
So  long  as  'tis  written, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  327 

We  .ill  may,  like  ships, 

By  tempests  be  tost 
On  perilous  deeps, 

But  need  not  be  lost ; 
Though  Satan  enrages 

The  wind  and  the  tide, 
Yet  Scripture  engages, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 
His  call  we  obey, 

Like  Abram  of  old : 
We  know  not  the  way, 

But  faith  makes  us  bold  ; 
For  though  we  are  strangers, 

We  have  a  sure.G-uide, 
And  trust  in  all  dangers, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 
When  Satan  appears 

To  stop  up  our  path, 
And  fills  us  with  fears, 

We  triumph  by  faith ;         ( 
He  cannot  take  from  us 

(Though  oft  he  has  tried) 
The  heart-cheering  promise, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 
He  tells  us  we're  weak, 

Our  hope  is  in  vain, 
The  good  that  we  seek 

We  ne'er  shall  obtain; 
But  when  such  suggestions 

Our  graces  have  tried, 
This  answers  all  questions, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 
No  strength  of  our  own. 

Nor  sroodness  we  claim: 


328  TRUSTING   IN   GRACE, 

Our  trust  is  all  thrown 

On  Jesus's  Name; 
In  this  our  strong  tower 

For  safety  we  hide: 
The  Lord  is  our  power, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 
8  When  life  sinks  apace, 

And  death  is  in  view, 
The  word  of  his  grace 

Shall  comfort  us  through  ? 
Not  fearing  or  doubtingr 

With  Christ  on  our  side, 
We  hope  to  die  shouting, 

The  Lord  will  provide. 

431  6  lines  8s. 

1  Fin  HOU  hidden  Source  of  calm  reposey 

JL     Thou  all-sufficient  Love  divine, 
My  help  and  refuge  from  my  foes, 

Secure  I  am  if  thou  art  mine : 
And  lo  !  from  sin,  and  grief,  and  shamer 
I  hide  me,  Jesus,  in  thy  Name. 

2  Thy  mighty  Name  salvation  is, 

And  keeps  my  happy  soul  above  : 
Comfort  it  brings,  and  power,  and  peacer 

And  joy,  and  everlasting  love: 
To  me,  with  thy  great  Name  are  given7. 
Pardon,  and  holiness,  and  heaven. 

3  Jesus,  my  all  in  all  thou  art, 

My  rest  in  toil,  my  ease  in  pain; 
The  med'cine  of  my  broken  heart; 

In  war,  my  peace;  in  loss,  my  gain  j. 
My  smile  beneath  the  tyrant's  frown; 
In  shame,  my  glory  and  my  crown. 


! 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  329 

4  In  want,  my  plentiful  supply;' 

In  weakness,  my  almighty  power ; 
In  bonds,  my  perfect  liberty, 

My  light,  in  Satan's  darkest  hour; 
win  grief,  my  joy  liropeakable  ; 
fiMy  life  in  death,  my  all  in  all. 

432  §4  lines  7s. 

1  l^iHILDREN  of  the  heavenly  King, 
i    \J  As  we  journey  let  us  sing; 
rftfng  our  Saviour's  worthy  praise, 
HGlorious  in  his  works  and  ways. 
b  We  are  trav'ling  home  to  God, 

In  the  way  our  fathers  trod ; 
;.  They  are  happy  now,  and  we 
\  Soon  their  happiness  shall  see. 
B  0  ye  banish' d  seed,  be  glad, 

Christ  our  Advocate  is  made ; 

Us  to  save  our  flesh  assumes, 

Brother  to  our  souls  becomes. 
I  Fear  not,  brethren,  joyful  stand 

On  the  borders  of  our  land ; 

Jesus  Christ,  our  Father's  Son, 

Bids  us  undismayed  go  on. 

5  Lord  !  obediently  we'll  go, 
Gladly  leaving  all  below  ; 
Only  thou  our  Leader  be, 

P  And  we  still  will  follow  thee  ! 

133  C.  M. 

I    jjf^lOD  moves  in  a  mysterious  way, 
\X  His  wonders  to  perform  ; 
He  plants  his  footsteps  in  the  sea, 
And  rides  upon  the  storm, 


■:i 


330  TRUSTING  IN    GRACE 

2  Deep  in  unfathomable  mines 

Of  never-failing  skill, 
He  treasures  up  his  bright  desi 
And  works  his  sj^*eign 

3  Ye  fearful  saints,  npsh  courage  take : 

The  clouds  ye  so  muQJb  dread, 
Are  big  with  mercy,  and  shall  break 
In  blessings  on  your  head. 

4  Judge  not  the  Lord  by  feeble  sense, 

But  trust  him  for  his  grace  ; 
Behind  a  frowning  providence, 
He  hides  a  smiling  face. 

5  His  purposes  will  ripen  fast, 

Unfolding  every  hour ;» 
The  bud  may  have  a  bitter  taste, 
But  sweet  will  be  the  flower. 

6  Blind  unbelief  is  sure  to  err, 

And  scan  his  work  in  vain ; 
God  is  his  own  interpreter, 
And  he  will  make  it  plain. 

434  L.  M. 

1  T   ET  thoughtless  thousands  choose  J 
_lj  road, 

That  leads  the  soul  away  from  Goc^ 
This  happiness,  dear  Lord,  be  mine, 
To  live  and  die  entirely  thine. 

2  On  Christ,  by  faith,  my  soul  would  live  ; 
From  him,  my  life,  my  all  received 

To  him  devote  my  fleeting  hours  \W 
Serve  him  alone  with  all  my  powers. 

3  Christ  is  my  everlasting  all, 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  dol 

ITe  will  my  every  want  supply, 
In  time  and  thWCigh  eternity. 

'can  mK  my  title  clear 
To  mansions  in  the  skies, 
'11  bid  farewell  to  every  fear, 
And  wipe  my  weeping  eyes, 
lould  earth  against  my  soul  engage, 

Liid  fiery  darts  be  hurl'd. 
hen  I  can  smile  at  Satan's  rage, 
And  face  a  frowning  world. 
Let  can  3  like  a  wild  deluge  come, 
Let  storms  of  sorrow  fall ; 

safely  reach  my  home, 
My  God,  my  heaven,  my  all. 
There  I  shall  bathe  my' weary  soul 

.In  seas  of  heavenly  rest, 
And  not  a  waVe  of  trouble  roll 
Across  my  peaceful  breast. 

'     :  G  lines  8s. 

THE  Lord  my  pasture  shall  prepare. 
And  feed  me  with  a  shepherd's  care; 
■resence  shall  my  wants  supply, 
And  guard  me  with  a  watchful  eye ; 
My  noon-day  walks  he  shall  attend, 
And    rll  my  midnight  hours  defend. 
M  the  sultry  glebe  I  faint, 
^Be  thirsty  mountain  pant, 
To  fertile  vales  and  dewy  meads, 
My  weary,  wand' ring  steps  he  leads, 
"Where  peaceful  rivers,  soft  and  slow, 
.  Amid  the  verdant  landscape  flow. 


332  TRUSTING  IN    GRACE 

3  Though  in  a  hare  ai     -rugged  "way, 
Through  devious,  lon«y  wilds  I  stray, 
Thy  bounty  shall 
The  barren  wildej 
With  sudden  gree 
And  streams  shall 

4  Though  in  the  pathj^  treat 
"With  gloomy  horrors  overspread, 
My  steadfast  heart  shall  fear  no  ill, 
Tor  thou,  0  Lord,  "art  ~v^|   me  still  : 
Thy  friendly  crook  sM^g^^^fc  aV 
And  guide  me  through  !■        idful  shad< 

43?  L.  M. 

1  A  "WAY,  my  unbelieving  n 

J\_  Fear  shall  in  me  no  more  have  place 
My  Saviour  doth  not  yet  appear, 
He  hides  the  brightness  of  his  face. 

2  But  shall  I  therefore  let  him  go, 

And  basely  to  the  tempter  yield!* 
No,  in  the  strength  of  Jesus,  no,  M 
I  never  will  give  up  my  shield.1^ 

3  Although  the  vine  its  fruit  deny^B 

Although  the  olive  yield  no  oilfl 
The  with' ring  fig-trees  droop  andjB 
The  fields  elude  the  tiller's  tsfM 

4  The  empty  stall  no  herd  afford^ 

And  perish  all  the  bleating 

Yet  will  I  triumph  in  the  Lor< 

The  God  of  my  salvation  pif 

5  In  hope  believing  against  hope 

Jesus,  my  Lord,  my  God,  I  claim, 


I 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  odd 

JesusJ^ny  strength,  shall  lift  me  up, 
Salvation  is  in  Jesus'  name. 

o  me  lie  soon  shall  "bring  it  nigh, 
My  soul  shall  then  outstrip  the  wind ; 

wings  of  love  mpunt  up  on  high, 
ind  leave  the  world  and  sin  behind. 

3S  Fl.  M. 

PLACE,  troubled  soul,  thou  need'st  not 
Thy  great  Provider  still  is  near;  [fear! 
Hb  fed  thee  last,  will  feed  thee  still, 
Bcalm,  and  sink  into  his  will. 

The  Lord,  who  built  the  earth  and  sky, 
[n  mercy  stoops  to  hear  thy  cry  ; 
B-is  pro)       5  all  may  freely  claim, 
"Ask  and  receive  in  Jesus'  name." 

stores  are  open  all,  and  free 

5&  as  truly  upright  be  ; 
ter  and  bread  he'll  give  for  food, 
rith  ail  thing's  else  which  he  sees  good. 


God  himself  are  number'd  all: 
truth  he's  publish' d  all  abroad, 

,t  men  may  learn  to  trust  the  Lord. 

^fcvens  daily  he  doth  feed, 
^^nds  them  food  as  they  have  need  ; 
ugh  they  nothing  have  in  store, 
^pey  lack  he  gives  them  more. 

a  do  not  seek  with  anxious  care, 
i.t  ye  shall  eat,  or  drink,  or  wear, 
Your  heavenly  father  will  you  feed, 
He  knows  that  all  these  things  you  need. 


334  TRUSTING   IN    GRACE  $ 

7  Without  reserve  give  Christ  your^eart 
Let  him  his  righteous  fees  impart ; 
Then  all  things  el4|B  freely  give 
With  him  you  all  tl^Mf  sh4ijK|eivc. 

8  Thus  shall  the  sotJ^Ktruly^WeS, 
That  seeks  in  God  his  only  rest  ; 
May  I  that  happy  person,  be, 
In  time  and  in  eternity!|B 

4S9  P.  M.  6.  5.  8.  5.  6.  8. 

1  ||  THOU,  in  whose  presence 
\J&  My  soul  takes  delight, 
On  whom  in  affliction  I  call : 

My  comfort  by  day, 
And  my  song  in  the  niaj 
My  hope,  my  salvation,  im 

2  Where  dost  thou. at  noHJ 
Resort  with  thy  sheep, 

To  feed  on  thy  pastures  of  love  ? 

Say,  why  in  the  vall#* 

Of  death  should  I  weep, 
Or  alone  in  the  wilderness  rove  ? 

3  Oh !  why  should  I  wander v 
An  alien  from  thee, 

And  cry  in  the  desert  for  bread  ? 
Thy  foes  will  rejoice, 
When  my  sorrows  they  see, 

And  smile  at  the  tears  I  have  shed. 

4  Ye  daughters  of  Zion, 
Declare,  have  you  seen 

The  Star  that  on  Israel  shone  ?  J 

Say,  if  in  your  tents 

My  Beloved  has  been, 
And  where  with  his  flock  he  is  gc 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  ooD 

This  is  my  Beloved, 

His  form  is  divine, 
His  vestments  shed  odors  around  ; 

The  locks  on  his  head 
&    Are  as  grapes  on  the  vine, 
j|¥hen  autumn  witlf  plenty  is  crown'd. 

*.:  The  roses  of  Sharon, 
I  The  lilies  that  grow 
In  the  vales,  on  the  banks  of  the  streams, 
On  his  cheek  in  the  beauty 
f  excellence  blow, 
d  his  eyes  are  as  quivers  of  beams. 

His  voice,  as  the  sound 

Of  the  dulcimer  sweet, 

heard  through  the  shadow  of  death; 

The  cedars  of  Lebanon 

Bow  at  his  feet, 

e  air  is  perfum'd  with  his  breath. 

His  lips  as  a  fountain 
jOf  righteousness  flow, 
mat  waters  the  garden  of  grace, 
■tf  roin  which  their  salvation 

|  The  Gentile  shall  know, 

And  bask  in  the  smiles  of  his  face. 

Love  sits  in  his  eye-lids, 

And  scatters  delight 
Thro'  all  the  bright  mansions  on  high: 

Their  faces  the  cherubim 

Vail  in  his  sight, 
And  tremble  with  fullness  of  joy. 

0     He  looks,  and  ten  thousand 
Of  angels  rejoice, 


S3 8  TRUSTING  IN   GRACE     j 

And  myriads  wait  for  his  word  ; 

He  speaks,  and  eternity, 

Fill'd  with,  his  voice, 
E,e-echoes  the  praise  ofThe  Lord ! 

1  1|7"AIN,  delusive  world,  adieu, 

?     With  all  of  creature  good: 
Only  Jesus  I  pursue, 

"Who  bought  me  with  his  blood ; 
All  thy  pleasures  I  forego, 

I  trample  on  thy  wealth  and  pride; 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

2  Other  knowledge  I  disdain, 

'Tis  all  but  vanity: 
Christ,  the  Lamb  of  God,  ws 

He  tasted  death  for  me ! 
Me  to  save  from  endless  woe 

The  sin-atoning  Victim  died  ! 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

3  Here  will  I  set  up  my  rest; 

My  fluctuating  heart 
From^fche  haven  of  his  breast 

Shall  never  more  depart : 
Whither  should  a  sinner  go  ? 

His  wounds  for  me  stand  open 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

4  Him  to  know  is  life  and  peace, 

And  pleasure  without  end ; 
This,  is  ail  my  happiness, 
On  Jesus  to  depend  ; 


i 


ras  slain, 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  337 

Daily  in  his  grace  to  grow, 

And  ever  in  his  faith  abide  ; 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 
5  0  that  I  could  all  invite, 

This  saving  truth  to  prove : 
Show  the  length,  the  breadth,  the  height, 

And  depth  of  Jesus'  love  ! 
Fain  I  would  to  sinners  show 

The  blood  by  faith  alone  applied  ; 
Only  Jesus  will  I  know, 

And  Jesus  crucified. 

'  1'   "|"ESUS,  my  all,  to  heaven  is  gone ; 
*I    He,  whom  I  fix  my  hopes  upon : 
His  track  I  see,  and  I'll  pursue 
The  narrow  way,  till  him  I  view. 

*  2  The  way  the  holy  prophets  went, 

The  road  that  leads  from  banishment ; 
,  The  King's  highway  of  holiness 
I'll  go,  for  all  his  paths  are  peace. 

r3  This  is  the  way  I  long  have  sought, 
And  mourn'd  because  I  found  it  not; 
My  grief  a  burden  long  has  been, 
Because  I  was  not  saved  from  sin. 

4  The  more  I  strove  against  its  power, 
I  felt  its  weight  and  guilt  the  more  ; 
Till  late  I  heard  my  Saviour  say, 
"Come  hither,  soul,  I  am  the  way/' 

5  Lo !  glad  I  come  ;  and  thou,  blest  Lamb, 
Shalt  take  me  to  thee,  whose  I  am ; 
Nothing  but  sin  have  I  to  give, 
Nothing  but  love  shall  I  receive. 

22 


660  TRUSTING   IN   GRACE 

G  Then  will  I  tell  to  sinners  round, 
What  a  clear  Saviour  I  have  found  y 
I'll  point  to  thy  redeeming  blood, 
And  say,  "Behold  the  way  to  God!'r 

442  S.  M. 

1  p-w^HE  Lord  my  Shepherd  is, 

J_    I  shall  be  well  supplied ; 

Since  he  is  mine  and  I  am  his-, 

What  can  I  want  beside  ? 

2  He  leads  me  to  the  place 

Where  heavenly  pasture  grows-;: 
Where  living  waters  gently  pass, 
And  full  salvation  flows. 

3  If  e'er  I  go  astray, 

He  doth  my  soul  reclaim  ; 
And  guides  me  in  his  own  right  wayr 
For  his  most  holy  Name. 

4  While  he  affords  his  aid, 

I  cannot  yield  to  fear ; 
Tho'  I  should  walk  thro'  death's  dark  shade- 
My  Shepherd's  with  me  there. 

5  Amid  surrounding  foes 

Thou  dost  my  table  spread  : 
My  cup  with  blessings  overflows, 
And  joy  exalts  my  head. 

6  The  bounties  of  thy  love 

Shall  crown  my  future  days; 
Nor  from  thy  house  will  I  remove,    I 
Nor  cease  to  speak  thy  praise. 

443  C.  M. 

1  "S^TITH  joy  we  meditate  the  grace 
ft     Of  our  High  Priest  above ; 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  oo 

His  heart  is  made  of  tenderness, 
His  bowels  melt  with  love. 

2  Touch' d  with  a  sympathy  within, 
He  knows  our  feeble  frame  ; 
He  knows  what  sore  temptations  mean. 
For  he  hath  felt  the  same. 

8  He,  in  the  days  of  feeble  flesh, 

Pour'd  out  strong  cries  and  tears, 
And  in  his  measure  feels  afresh 
What  every  member  bears. 

4  He'll  never  quench  the  smoking  flax, 

But  raise  it  to  a  flame  : 
The  bruised  reed  he  never  breaks, 
Nor  scorns  the  meanest  name. 

5  Then  let  our  humble  faith  address 

His  mercy  and  his  power ; 
We  shall  obtain  deliv'ring  grace 
In  every  trying  hour. 

444  C.  M. 

1  "%/I"Y  trust  is  in  my  heavenly  Friend, 
j^-l   My  hope  in  thee,  my  God  ; 
Rise,  and  my  helpless  life  defend 

From  these  that  seek  my  blood. 

2  With  insolence  and  fury  they 

My  soul  in  pieces  tear ; 
As  hungry  lions  rend  the  prey, 
When  no  deliv'rers  near. 

3  If  I  have  e'er  provoked  them  first, 

Or  once  abused  my  foe  ; 
Then  let  him  tread  my  life  to  dust, 
And  lay  my  honor  low. 


340  TRUSTING  IN   GRACE 

4  If  there  were  malice  hid  in  me, 
(I  know  thy  piercing  eyes,) 
I  should  not  dare  appeal  to  thee, 
Nor  ask  my  God  to  rise. 
6  Arise,  my  God,  lift  up  thy  hand, 
Their  pride  and  power  conti-ol ; 
Awake  to  judgment,  and  command 
Deliv'rance  for  my  soul. 
445  C.  M. 

'ITH  my  whole  heart  I'll  raise  my 
song; 

Thy  wonders  I'll  proclaim; 
Thou,  so t reign  Judge  of  right  and  wrong,    | 
Wilt  put  my  foes  to  shame. 

2  I'll  sing  thy  majesty  and  grace; 

My  God  prepares  his  throne 
To  judge  the  world  in  righteousness, 
And  make  his  vengeance  known. 

3  Then  will  the  Lord  a  refuge  prove 

For  all  who  are  oppress'd; 
To  save  the  people  of  his  love, 
And  give  the  weary  rest. 

4  The  men  that  know  thy  name  will  trust 

In  thine  abundant  grace  ; 
For  thou  wilt  ne'er  forsake  the  just, 
Who  humbly  seek  thy  face. 

5  Sing  praises  to  the  righteous  Lord, 

Who  dwells  on  Zion's  hill; 
Who  executes  his  threat'ning  word, 
And  doth  his  grace  fulfill. 
44©  C.  M. 

1    Q  OON  as  I  heard  my  Father  say — 
k3   "Ye  children,  seek  my  grace," 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  341 

My  heart  replied  without  delay, 
"I'll  seek  my  Father's  face." 

2  Let  not  thy  face  be  hid  from  me, 

Nor  frown  my  soul  away  : 
God  of  my  life,  I  fly  to  thee 
In  the  distressing  day. 

3  Should  friends  and  kindred,  near  &  dear, 

Leave  me  to  want  or  die, 
My  God  would  make  my  life  his  care, 
And  all  my  need  supply. 

4  My  fainting  flesh  had  died  with  grief,  . 

Had  not  my  soul  belie v'd 
To  see  thy  grace  provide  relief; 
Nor  was  my  hope  deceiv'd. 

5  Wait  on  the  Lord,  ye  trembling  saints, 

And  keep  your  courage  up ; 
He'll  raise  your  spirit  when  it  faints, 
And  far  exceed  your  hope. 

44?  C.  M. 

1  f"S  GD,  my  Supporter,  and  my  Hope; 
\J  My  help  forever  near; 

Thine  arm  of  mercy  held  me  up, 
When  sinking  in  despair. 

2  Thy  counsels,  Lord,  shall  guide  my  feet 

Through  this  dark  wilderness; 
Thy  hand  conduct  me  near  thy  seat, 
To  dwell  before  thy  face. 

3  Were  I  in  heaven  without  my  God, 

'Twould  be  no  joy  to  me; 
And  while  this  earth  is  my  abode, 
I  long  for  none  but  thee. 


342  TRUSTING   IN   GRACE 

4  What,  if  the  springs  of  life  were  broke, 

And  flesh  and  heart  should  faint  ? 
God  is  my  soul's  eternal  Rock, 
The  strength  of  every  saint. 

5  Behold,  the  sinners  who  remove 

Far  from  thy  presence — die; 
Not  all  the  idol  gods  they  love, 
Can  save  them  when  they  cry. 

"  But  to  draw  near  to  thee,  my  God, 
Shall  be  my  sweet  employ ; 
My  tongue  shall  sound  thy  works 'abroc 
And  tell  the  world  my  joy. 

448  C.  M. 

1  £~\  GOD!  our  help  in  ages  past, 
\Jr  Our  hope  for  years  to  come, 
Our  shelter  from  the  stormy  blast, 

And  our  eternal  home. 

2  Under  the  shadow  of  thy  throne, 

Still  may  we  dwell  secure  ; 
Sufficient  is  thine  arm  alone, 
And  our  defence  is  sure. 

3  Before  the  hills  in  order  stood, 

Or  earth  received  her  frame, 
From  everlasting  thou  art  God, 
To  endless  years  the  same. 

4  A  thousand  ages,  in  thy  sight, 

Are  like  an  evening  gone ; 
Short  as  the  watch  that  ends  the  night, 
Before  the  rising  sun. 

5  Time,  like  an  ever-rolling  stream, 

Bears  all  its  sons  away; 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  343 

They  fly,  forgotten,  as  a  dream 
Dies  at  the  op'ning  clay. 

'€  0  God !  our  help  in  ages  past, 
Our  hope  for  years  to  come : 
■Be  thou  our  guide  while  life  shall  last, 
And  our  perpetual  home  ! 

4 -£9  CL  M. 

1  ~y&r^  sons  of  men,  a  feeble  race, 
J_    Exposed  to  every  snare, 
Come,  make  the  Lord  your  dwelling  place, 
And  try  and  trust  his  care. 

12  No  ill  shall  enter  where  you  dwell; 
Or,  if  the  plague  come  nigh, 
And  sweep  the  wicked  down  to  hell, 
'Twill  Taise  his  saints  on  high. 

•3  He'll  give  his  angels  charge  to  keep 
Your  feet  in  all  their  ways ; 
To  watch  your  pillow  while  you  sleep, 
And  guard  your  happy  days. 

4  Their  hands  shall  bear  you,  lest  you  fall, 
And  dash  against  the  stones ; 
Are  they  not  servants  at  his  eall, 
And  sent  i'  attend  his  sons  ? 

-5  Adders  and  lions  ye  shall  tread; 
The  tempter's  wiles  defeat; 
He  that  hath  broke  the  serpent's  head, 
Puts  him  beneath  your  feet. 

45  "Because  on  me  they  set  their  love, 
"I'll  save  them,"  saith  the  Lord; 
•"I'll  bear  their  joyful  souls  above 
Destruction  and  the  sword." 


344  TRUSTING  IN   GRACE 

7  "My  grace  shall  answer  when  they  call ; 

In  trouble  I'll  be  nigh; 
My  power  shall  help  them  when  they  fall. 
And  raise  them  when  they  die. 

8  "Those  that  on  earth  my  name  have  known, 

I'll  honor  them  in  heaven ; 
There  my  salvation  shall  be  shown, 
And  endless  life  be  given." 

45©  S.  M. 

1  f\  THOU,  my  life,  my  joy, 
\J  My  glory  and  my  all — 
Unsent  by  thee,  no  good  can  come, 

No  evil  can  befall. 

2  Such  are  thy  wondrous  works, 

And  methods  of  thy  grace, 
That  I  may  safely  trust  in  thee, 
Through  all  this  wilderness. 

3  'Tis  thine  all-powerful  arm 

Upholds  me  in  the  way; 
And  thy  rich  bounty  well  supplies 
The  wants  of  every  day. 

4  For  such  compassions,  Lord, 

Ten  thousand  thanks  are  due  ; 
For  such  compassions,  I  esteem 
Ten  thousand  thanks  too  few. 

451  L.  M. 

1  El  TEENAL  beam  of  Light  divine, 
JLA  Fountain  of  unexhausted  love ; 
In  whom  the  Father's  glories  shine, 

Thro'  earth  beneath,  and  heaven  above. 

2  Jesus,  the  weary  wand'rer's  rest, 

Give  me  thy  easy  yoke  to  bear: 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  345 

With  steadfast  patience  arm  my  breast, 
With  spotless  love,  and  lowly  fear. 

3  Thankful  I  take  the  cup  from  thee, 

Prepared  and  mingled  by  thy  skill ; 
Though  bitter  to  the  taste  it  be, 
Powerful  the  wounded  soul  to  heal. 

4  Be  thou,  0  Rock  of  Ages,  nigh ! 

So   shall   each  murm'ring  thought  be 
gone: 
And  grief,  and  fear,  and  care,  shall  fly, 

As  clouds  before  the  mid-day  sun. 
Speak  to  my  warring  passions,  "Peace  ;" 

Say  to  my  trembling  heart,  "Be  still;" 
Thy  power  my  strength  and  fortress  is, 

For  all  things  serve  thy  sov'reign  will. 
0  death!  where  is  thy  sting?  Where  now 

Thy  boasted  victory,  0  grave  ? 
Who  shall  contend  with  God  ?  or  who 

Can  hurt  whom  God  delights  to  save  ? 

452  L.  M. 

1  TN  God  let  all  his  saints  rejoice, 

JL  With  thankful  heart  &  cheerful  voice ; 
Thus  saith  his  word,  so  kind,  so  true, 
"I,  even  I,  will  comfort  you." 

2  Sweet  words  !  0  let  us  bless  his  name, 
And  joyful  all  his  praise  proclaim  ; 
These  words  shall  foes  and  fears  subdue, 
"I,  even  I,  will  comfort  you." 

3  Are  you  in  darkness  and  distress  ? 
Does  Satan  roar  and  break  your  peace  ? 
Fear  not,  but  still  the  truth  review, 

I,  even  I,  will  comfort  you." 


346  TRUSTING   IN    GRACE 

4  Do  sore  afflictions  on  you  lay, 

And  pungent  sorrow  day  by  day  ? 

Look  to  this  word,  t'will  bear  you  through 

"I,  even  I,  will  comfort  you." 
•5  If  death  in  gloomy  form  appear, 

And  overwhelm  your  soul3  with  fear; 

Let  this  sweet  word  your  faith  renew, 

"I,  even  I,  will  comfort  you." 
G  Thus  while  you  sojourn  here  below, 

As  pilgrims  in  this  world  of  woe ; 

Make   this  your   song,   your  journey 
through, 

"I,  even  I,  will  comfort  you." 
7  And  when  each  happy  soul  attains, 

That  blissful  state  where  glory  reigns, 

This  song  shall  all  his  powers  employ, 

"God  is  my  comfort  and  my  joy." 

453  L.  M. 

1  gp  HILDREN  of  God,  renounce  your  fears ; 
\J  Lo !  Jesus  for  your  help  appears, 
And  loudly  speaks,  as  he  draws  nigh, 
"Be  not  afraid,  for  it  is  /." 

2  When  in  the  awful  tempest  tost, 

You  feel  your  strength  and  courage  lost, 
And  mighty  waves  roll  o'er  your  head, 
Your  Lord  is  near,  be  not  afraid. 

3  When  mournful  tidings  come  from  far, 
Or  nations  raise  tumultuous  war, 
And  wide  their  devastations  spread, 
Yet  he  is  near,  be  not  afraid. 

4  The  famine,  pestilence,  and  sword, 
Are  all  obedient  to  his  word  j 


AND   PROVIDENCE.  o47 

He,  riding  on  the  stormy  sky, 
Says,  "Fear  ye  not,  for  it  is  I." 

I  When  earthly  joys  are  from  yon  torn, 
Or  when  with  heartfelt  grief  you  mourn, 

•  To  see  your  dear  relations  dead; 
Yet  Jesus  lives,  be  not  afraid. 

i  When   fierce  disease  attacks  your  frame, 
Your  Saviour's  love  is  still  the  same ; 
In  death's  dark  shade  you  need  not  fear, 
For  Jesus  will  be  with  you  there. 

I  When  stars  are  from  their  orbits  hurl'd, 
And  flames  consume  the  guilty  world, 
E'en  then  your  Judge  will  smiling  cry, 
"Be  not  afraid,  for  it  is  /." 

p4  C.  M. 

HE  Lord  himself,  the  mighty  Lord, 
Vouchsafes  to  be  my  Guide; 
The  Shepherd  by  whose  constant  care 
My  wants  are  all  supplied. 

J  In  tender  grass  he  lets  me  feed, 
And  gently  there  repose ; 
Then  leads  me  to  cool  shades,  and  where 
Ptefreshing  water  flows. 

I  He  does  my  wand' ring  soul  reclaim  ; 
And  to  his  endless  praise, 
Instruct  with  humble  zeal  to  walk 
In  his  most  righteous  ways? 

1  I  pass  the  gloomy  vale  of  death, 
From  fear  and  danger  free; 
For  there  his  aiding  rod  and  staff 
Defend  and  comfort  me. 


348        TRUSTING   IN   GRACE   &C. 

5  In  presence  of  my  spiteful  foes, 

He  does  my  table  spread ; 
He  crowns  my  cup  with  cheerful  wine, 
With  oil  anoints  my  head. 

6  Since  God  does  thus  his  wondrous  love 

Through  all  my  life  extend, 
That  life  to  him  I  will  devote, 
And  in  his  temple  spend. 

455  S.  M. 

1  |T1  IVE  to  the  winds  thy  fears, 
%Jf  Hope,  and  be  undismayed; 

God  hears  thy  sighs,  and  counts  thy  tears, 
God  shall  lift  up  thy  head. 

2  Through  waves,  and  clouds,  and  storms, 

He  gently  clears  the  way; 
Wait  thou  his  time,  so  shall  this  night 
Soon  end  in  joyous  day. 

3  Still  heavy  is  thy  heart  ? 

Still  sink  thy  spirits  down  ? 
Cast  off  the  weight,  let  fear  depart, 
And  every  care  be  gone. 

4  What  though  thou  rulest  not ; 

Yet  heaven,  and  earth,  and  hell, 
Proclaim  God  sitteth  on  the  throne, 
And  ruleth  all  things  well. 

5  Leave  to  his  sov' reign  sway 

To  choose  and  to  command : 
So  shalt  thou  wond'ring  own  his  way, 
How  wise,  how  strong  his  hand  ! 

6  Far,  far  above  thy  thought 

His  counsel  shall  appear, 


RELIGIOUS   FORMALITY.  349 

When  fully  lie  the  work  hath  wrought, 
That  caused  thy  needless  fear. 


RELIGIOUS  FORMALITY. 


m®  s.  m. 

1  TT|  ELIGION'S  form  is  vain, 

IIj  While  we  deny  its  jDOwer : 

What  will  the  hypocrite  obtain 

In  death's  tremendous  hour  ? 

2  Now  he  may  credit  gain, 

And  in  his  affluence  roll ; 
But  all  his  profit  will  be  pain. 
When  God  shall  take  his  soul. 

3  Then,  oh,  what  dread  surprise, 

What  horror  and  dismay, 
When  death  shall  open  wide  his  eyes, 
And  tear  his  mask  away ! 

4.  Lord,  search  and  know  my  heart, 
And  make  my  soul  sincere ; 
And  bid  hypocrisy  depart, 

And  keep  my  conscience  clear ! 

437  C.  M. 

1  X  ONG  have  I  seemed  to   serve  thee, 
JLJ         Lord, 

With  unavailing  pain: 
Fasted,  and  pray'd,  and  read  thy  word, 
And  heard  it  preach'd,  in  vain. 

2  Oft  did  I  with  th'  assembly  join, 

And  near  the  altar  drew, 


350  RELIGIOUS   FORMALITY. 

A  form  of  godliness  was  mine, 
The  power  I  never  knew. 

3  I  rested  in  the  outward  law, 

Nor  knew  its  deep  design  : 
The  length  and  breadth,  I  never  saw, 
And  height,  of  love  divine. 

4  To  please  thee  thus,  at  length  I  see, 

Vainly  I  hop'd  and  strove ; 
For  what  are  outward  things  to  thee, 
Unless  they  spring  from  love  ? 

5  I  see  the  perfect  law  requires 

Truth  in  the  inward  parts  ; 
Our  full  consent,  our  whole  desires, 
Our  undivided  hearts. 

6  But  I  of  means  have  made  my  boast, 

Of  means  an  idol  made : 
The  spirit  in  the  letter  lost, 
The  substance  in  the  shade. 

7  Where  am  I  now,  or  what  my  hope  ? 

Y/hat  can  my  weakness  do  ? 

Jesus,  to  thee  my  soul  looks  up  ; 

'Tis  thou  must  make  it  new. 

&§®  B.  M. 

First  Part. 

1  1&/§Y  gracious,  loving  Lord, 
Jjf JL  To  thee  what  shall  I  say? 
Well  may  I  tremble  at  thy  word, 

And  scarce  presume  to  pray  ! 

2  Ten  thousand  wants  have  I ; 

Alas  !  I  all  things  want ! 
But  thou  hast  bid  me  always  cry, 
And  never,  never  faint. 


RELIGIOUS   FORMALITY.  351 

3  ^Yet  Lord,  well  might  I  fear, 

Fear  e'en  to  ask  thy  grace : 
So  oft  have  I,  alas  !  drawn  near, 
And  mock'd  thee  to  thy  face- 

4  With  all  pollutions  stain'd, 

Thy  hallow'd  court's  I  trod  •; 

Thy  name  and  temple  I  profan'dr 

And  dared  to  call  thee  God. 

5  Nigh  with  my  lips  I  drew ; 

My  lips  were  all  unclean  : 
Thee  with  my  heart  I  never  knew  f 
My  heart  was  full  of  sin. 

6  Far  from  the  living  Lord, 

As-  far  as  hell  from  heaven; 
Thy  purity  I  still  abhorrd, 
Nor  look'd  to  be  forgiven. 

7  My  nature  I  obey'd  ; 

My  own  desires  pursued : 
And  still  a  den  of  thieves  I  made 
The  hallow'd  house  of  God. 

8  The  worship  he  approves, 

To  him  I  would  not  pay  ; 
My  selfish  ends,  and  creature  lovesr 
Had  stole  my  heart  away. 

9  My  sin  and  nakedness 

I  studied  to  disguise ; 
Spoke  to  my  soul  a  flatt'ring  peace, 
And  put  out  mine  own  eyes. 

10  In  fig-leaves  I  appear' d; 

Nor  with  my  form  would  part ; 
But  still  retain'd  a  conscience  sear'dy 
A  hard,  deceitful  heart. 


352  RELIGIOUS   FORMALITY. 

439  S.  M. 

Second  Part. 

1  A    GODLY,  formal  saint  » 
il  I  long  appear' d  in  sight ; 

By  self  and  Satan  taught  to  paint 
My  tomb,  my  nature,  white. 

2  The  Pharisee  within 

Still  undisturb'd  remain'd; 
The  strong'man,  armed  with  guilt  of  sin, 
Safe  in  his  palace  reign' d. 

3  But  oh !  the  jealous  God 

In  my  behalf  came  down  ; 
Jesus  himself  the  stronger  show'd, 
And  claim' d  me  for  his  own. 

4  My  spirit  he  alarm' d, 

And  brought  into  distress ; 
He  shook  and  bound  the  strong  man,  armed 
In  his  self-righteousness. 

5  Faded  my  virtuous  show, 

My  form  without  the  power; 
The  sin-convincing  Spirit  blew, 
And  blasted  every  flower  : 

6  My  mouth  was  stopt,  and  shame 

Cover' d  my  guilty  face ; 
I  fell  on  the  atoning  Lamb, 
And  I  was  saved  by  grace. 

am  C.  M. 


1G' 


OD  is  a  Spirit,  just,  and  wise, 
He  sees  our  inmost  mind ; 
In  vain  to  heaven  we  raise  our  cries, 
And  leave  our  souls  behind. 


RELIGIOUS   FORMALITY.  353 

2  Nothing  but  truth  before  his  throne 
With  honor  can  appear ; 
The  painted  hypocrites  are  known 
Through  the  disguise  they  wear. 

8  Their  lifted  eyes  salute  the  skies, 
Their  bending  knees  the  ground ; 
But  God  abhors  the  sacrifice, 
Where  not  the  heart  is  found. 

4  Lord,    search  my  thoughts,  and  try  my 
And  make  my  soul  sincere  ;  [ways, 

Then  shall  I  stand  before  thy  face, 
And  find  acceptance  there. 

Uei  l.  m. 

1  WIT  AD  I  the  tongues  of  Greeks  and  Jews, 
JOL  And  nobler  speech  than  angels  use, 
If  love  be  absent,  I  am  found 

Like  tinkling  brass,  an  empty  sound. 

2  Were  I  inspired  to  preach  and  tell 
All  that  is  done  in  heaven  and  hell; 
Or  could  my  faith  the  world  remove, 
Still  I  am  nothing  without  love. 

3  Should  I  distribute  all  my  store, 

To  feed  the  hungry — clothe  the  poor ; 

Or  give  my  body  to  the  flame, 

To  gain  a  martyr's  glorious  name  : — 

4  If  love  to  God  and  love  to  men 
Be  absent,  all  my  hopes  are  vain; 
Nor  tongues,  nor  gifts,  nor  fiery  zeal, 

.   The  work  of  love  can  e'er  fulfill. 
23 


854  RELIGIOUS   FORMALITY. 

462  L.  M. 

Zeal  implored. 

1  £~\  THOU,  who  all  things  canst  control, 
\3  Chase   this  dread  slumber  from  my 

soul; 
With  joy  and  fear,  with  love  and  awe, 
Give  me  to  keep  thy  perfect  law. 

2  0  may  one  beam  of  thy  blest  light 
Pierce  through,  dispel,  the  shade  of  night: 
Touch  my  cold  breast  with  heavenly  fire  ; 
With  holy,  conqu'ring  zeal  inspire. 

3  For  zeal  I  sigh,  for  zeal  I  pant ; 
Yet  heavy  is  my  soul,  and  faint : 
With  steps  unwav'ring,  undismay'd, 
Give  me  in  all  thy  paths  to  tread. 

4  With  outstretch' d  hands,  and  streaming 

eyes, 
Oft  I  begin  to  grasp  the  prize : 
I  groan,  I  strive,  I  watch,  I  pray  ; 
But  ah  !  my  zeal  soon  dies  away. 

5  The  deadly  slumber  then  I  feel 
Afresh  upon  my  spirit  steal  : 

Rise,  Lord,  stir  up  thy  quick' ning  power, 
And  wake  me  that  I  sleep  no  more. 

463  L-  M. 

The  spirit  of  the  ancient  worthies. 

1   r\  FOR  that  flame  of  living  fire, 

\J  Which  shone  so  bright  in  saints  of  old: 
Which  bade  their  souls  to  heaven  aspire, 
Calm  in  distress,  in  danger  bold. 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.         855 

Where  is  that  Spirit,  Lord,  which  dwelt 

In  Abrah'm's  breast,  and  seal'd  him 
thine  ? 
Which  made  Paul's  heart  with  sorrow  melt, 

And  glow  with  energy  divine  ? — 
That  Spirit,  which  from  age  to  age 

Proclaimed  thy  love,  and  taught  thy 
ways  ? 
Brighten' d  Isaiah's  vivid  page, 

And  breathed  in  David's  hallow'd  lays? 
Is  not  thy  grace  as  mighty  now 

As  when  Elijah  felt  its  power  ; 
When  glory  beamed  from  Moses'  brow, 

Or  Job  endured  the  trying  hour  ? 
Remember,  Lord,  the  ancient  days : 

Renew  thy  work;  thy  grace  restore; 
And  while  to  thee  our  hearts  we  raise, 

On  us  thy  Holy  Spirit  pour. 


SPIRITUAL  DECLENSION. 

464  C.  M. 

1  "T^THEiS"  any  turn  from  Zion's  way, 

TV     (Alas,  what  numbers  do  !) 

Methinks  I  hear  my  Saviour  say, 

"Wilt  thou  forsake  me  too?" 

2  Ah,  Lord !  with  such  a  heart  as  mine, 

Unless  thou  hold  me  fast, 
I  feel  I  must,  I  shall  decline, 
And  prove  like  them  at  last. 
8  Yet  thou  alone  hast  power,  I  know, 
To  save  a  wretch  like  me ; 


356         SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION. 

To  whom,  or  whither  could  I  go, 
If  I  should  turn  from  thee  ? 

4  Beyond  a  doubt,  I  rest  assured, 
Thou  art  the  Christ  of  God  ; 
Who  hast  eternal  life  secured, 
By  promise  and  by  blood. 

6  No  voice  but  thine  can  give  me  rest, 

And  bid  my  fears  depart : 
.  No  love  but  thine  can  make  me  blest, 
And  satisfy  my  heart. 

6  What  anguish  has  this  question  stirr'd, 
"If  I  will  also  go?" 
Yet,  Lord,  relying  on  thy  word, 
I  humbly  answer — No  ! 

465  C.  M. 

1    QWEET  was  the  time  when  first  I  felt 
k3  The  Saviour's  pard'ning  blood, 
Applied  to  cleanse  my  soul  from  guilt, 
And  bring  me  home  to  God. 

2 


His  praises  tuned  my  tongue  ; 
And  when  the  evening  shades  prevailed, 
His  love  was  all  my  song. 

8  In  vain  the  tempter  spread  his  wiles, 
The  world  no  more  could  charm ; 
I  lived  upon  my  Saviour's  smiles, 
And  leaned  upon  his  arm. 

4  In  pray'r  my  soul  drew  near  the  Lord, 
And  saw  his  glory  shine ; 
And  when  I  read  his  holy  word, 
I  caird  each  promise  mine. 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.         357 

5  Then  to  his  saints  I  often  spoke 

Of  what  his  love  had  clone ; 
But  now  my  heart  is  almost  broke, 
For  all  my  joys  are  gone. 

6  But  now,  when  evening  shade  prevails, 

My  soul  in  darkness  mourns ; 
And  when  the  morn  the  light  reveals, 
No  light  to  me  returns. 

7  My  pray'rs  are  now  an  empty  noise, 

For  Jesus  hides  his  face  ; 
I  read,  the  promise  meets  my  eyes, 
But  will  not  reach  my  case. 

8  Rise,  Lord,  and  help  me  to  prevail, 

And  make  my  soul  thy  care; 
I  know  thy  mercy  cannot  fail — 
Let  me  that  mercy  share. 

466  S.  M. 

1  ITJjrOW  can  I  vent  my  grief? 
JO.  My  Comforter  is  fled  ; 
By  day  I  sigh  without  relief, 

And  groan  upon  my  bed. 

2  I  once  enjoyed  my  Lord, 

Lived  happy  in  his  love : 
Delighted  in  his  holy  word, 
And  sought  my  rest  above. 

8  But,  oh,  alas !  my  soul, 

Where  is  my  comfort  now  ? 
Why  did  I  let  my  love  grow  cold  ? 
Ah  !  why  to  idols  bow  ? 

4  How  little  did  I  think, 
When  first  I  did  begin, 


358         SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION. 

To  join  a  little  with  the  "world, 
It  was  so  great  a  sin. 

5  I  thought  I  might  conform, 

Nor  singular  appear, 
Converse  and  dress  as  others  did, 
But  now  I  feel  the  snare. 

6  My  confidence  is  gone; 

I  find  no  words  to  say ; 
Barren  and  lifeless  is  my  soul, 
When  I  attempt  to  pray. 

7  I  feel  ashamed  to  bow, 

When  with  the  saints  I  meet ; 
While  on  their  knees  my  brethren  cry, 
I  stand  or  keep  my  seat. 

8  My  soul,  this  will  not  do, 

Thy  day  is  almost  past ; 
I  must  repent  and  turn  to  God, 
Or  sink  to  hell  at  last. 

9  Trembling  to  Christ  I'll  fly, 

And  all  my  sins  confess; 

At  Jesus'  cross  I  humbly  fall, 

And  ask  restoring  grace. 

10  I'll  mortify  my  pride ; 
Myself  I  will  deny ; 
And  if  I  perish,  Lord,  at  last, 
Beneath  thy  cross  I'll  die. 

46?  S.  M. 

1  "TTE,  who  in  former  days 

JL    Were  found  at  Zion's  gate  ; 
Who  walked  awhile  in  wisdom's  ways. 
And  told  your  happy  state; 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.         359 

2  But  now  to  sin  draw  back, 

And  love  again  to  stray, 
The  narrow  path  of  life  forsake, 
And  choose  the  beaten  way ; 

3  Think  not  your  names  above 

Are  written  with  the  saints ; 
The  promise  of  eternal  love 
Is  his,  who  never  faints. 

4  Your  transient  joy  and  peace, 

Your  deeper  doom  have  seal'd ; 
Unless  you  wake  to  righteousness, 
Ere  judgment  is  reveal'd. 
46S  P.  M. 

1     AH!  but  where  am  I  now  ? 
XjL  And  why  was  it  and  how, 
That  I  fell  from  my  heaven  of  grace  ! 
I  am  brought  into  thrall ; 
I  am  stripp'd  of  my  all ; 

1  am  banished  from  Jesus's  face! 

2  Hardly  yet  do  I  know, 
How  I  let  my  Lord  go, 

So  insensibly  started  aside  ; 

But  whate'er  was  the  cause, 

I  lament  the  sad  loss, 
For  the  vail  has  come  over  my  heart. 

3  Now  no  tongue  can  declare, 
The  keen  torment  I  bear, 

While  no  end  of  my  troubles  I  see ; 

Only  Adam  could  tell, 

On  the  day  that  he  fell, 
And  was  turned  out  of  Eden,  like  me. 

4  Driven  out  from  my  God, 
I  now  wander  abroad : 


360         SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION". 

Through  a  desert  of  sorrow  I  rove  ;. 

And  how  great  is  my  pain, 

That  I  cannot  regain 
My  lost  Eden  of  Jesus's  love  ! 

5  Ah !  shall  I  ever  rise 
To  my  first  paradise? 

Ever  come,  my  Redeemer  to  see  ?" 
Ye3,  I  feel  a  faint  hope, 
That  at  last  he  will  stoop, 

And  his  pity  shall  bring  him  to  me. 

469  C.  M. 

1  jT\  FOE  a  closer  walk  with  God, 
\J?  A  calm  and  heavenly  frame ; 
A  light  to  shine  upon  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb. 


When  first  I  saw  the  Lord  ? 
Where  is  the  soul-refreshing  view 
Of  Jesus  and  his  word  ? 

3  What  peaceful  hours  I  once  enjoyed, 

How  sweet  their  mem'ry  still ! 
But  they  have  left  an  aching  void, 
The  world  can  never  fill. 

4  Return,  0  holy  Dove,  return, 

Sweet  messenger  of  rest ; 
I  hate  the  sins  that  made  thee  mourn,. 
And  drove  thee  from  my  breast. 

5  The  dearest  idol  I  have  known, 

Whate'er  that  idol  be, 
Help  me  to  tear  it  from  thy  throne,. 
And  worship  only  thee. 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.         361 

6  So  shall  my  walk  be  close  with  God, 
Calm  and  serene  my  frame  ; 
So  purer  light  shall  mark  the  road 
That  leads  me  to  the  Lamb. 

47©  4  lines  7s. 

1  1T|EPTH  of  mercy  !  can  there  he 
JLf   Mercy  still  reserved  for  me  ? 
Can  my  God  his  wrath  forbear  ? 
Me,  the  chief  of  sinners,  spare  ? 

2  I  have  long  withstood  his  grace, 
Long  provoked  him  to  his  face  ; 
Would  not  hearken  to  his  calls  : 
Grieved  him  by  a  thousand  falls. 

3  Kindled  his  relentings  are, 
Me  he  now  delights  to  spare  I 
Cries,  "How  shall  I  give  thee  up  f" 
Lets  the  lifted  thunder  drop. 

4  There  for  me  the  Saviour  stands  ; 
Shows  his  wounds,  and  spreads  his  hands ! 
God  is  love  !  I  know,  I  feel; 

Jesus  weeps,  and  loves  me  still. 

5  Jesus,  answer  from  above, 
Is  not  all  thy  nature  love  ? 
Wilt  thou  not  the  wrong  forget  ? 
Suffer  me  to  kiss  thy  feet  ? 

6  Now  incline  me  to  repent ! 
Let  me  now  my  fall  lament ! 
Now  my  foul  revolt  deplore  ! 
Weep,  believe,  and  sin  no  more. 

471  P.  M.  7s.  6s.  &  1  8. 

1    "|"ESTJS)  let  tny  Paying  eye 
®l    Call  back  a  wand;ring  sheep  r 


362         SPITITUAL   DECLENSION. 

False  to  thee,  like  Peter,  I 
Would  fain  like  Peter  weep. 

Let  me  be  by  grace  restored  : 

On  me  be  all  longsuff'ring  shown ; 

Turn,  and  look  upon  me,  Lord, 
And  break  my  heart  of  stone. 

2  Saviour,  Prince,  enthroned  above, 

Eepentance  to  impart, 
Give  me,  through  thy  dying  love, 

The  humble,  contrite  heart : 
Give  me,  what  I  have  long  implored, 

A  portion  of  thy  grief  unknown  : 
Turn,  and  look  upon  me,  Lord, 

And  break  my  heart  of  stone. 

3  For  thine  own  compassion's  sake, 

The  gracious  wonder  show ; 
Cast  my  sins  behind  thy  back, 

And  wash  me  white  as  snow ; 
If  thy  bowels  now  be  stirr'd, 

If  I  now  myself  bemoan, 
Turn,  and  look  upon  me,  Lord, 

And  break  my  heart  of  stone. 

4  See  me,  Saviour,  from  above, 

Nor  suffer  me  to  die! 
Life,  and  happiness,  and  love, 

Drop  from  thy  gracious  eye : 
Speak  the  reconciling  word, 

And  let  thy  mercy  melt  me  down ; 
Turn,  and  look  upon  me,  Lord, 

And  break  my  heart  of  stone. 

5  Look,  as  when  thine  eye  pursued 

The  first  apostate  man ; 
Saw  him  welt' ring  in  his  blood, 
And  bade  him  rise  again  : 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.         o63 

Speak  my  paradise  restored, 

Redeem  me  by  thy  grace  alone : 
Turn,  and  look  upon  me,  Lord, 

And  break  my  heart  of  stone. 
6  Look,  as  when  thy  languid  eye 

Was  closed  that  we  might  live  ; 
"Father,"  (at  the  point  to  die 

My  Saviour  gasped,)   "forgive." 
Surely  with  that  dying  word, 

He  turns,  and  looks,   and  cries,  "'Tis 
0  my  bleeding,  loving  Lord,  [done  !" 

Thou  break'st  my  heart  of  stone. 
4T2  C.  M. 

"HY  is  my  heart  so  far  from  thee, 
My  God,  my  chief  delight  ? 
Why  are  my  thoughts  no  more  by  day 

With  thee — no  more  by  night  ? 
Why  should  my  foolish  passions  rove  ? 

Where  can  such  sweetness  be, 
As  I  have  tasted  in  thy  love, 

As  I  have  found  in  thee  ? 
When  my  forgetful  soul  renews 

The  savor  of  thy  grace, 
My  heart  presumes  I  cannot  lose 

The  relish  all  my  days. 
But  ere  one  fleeting  hour  is  past, 

The  flattering  world  employs 
Some  sensual  bait  to  seize  my  taste, 

And  to  pollute  my  joys. 
Trifles  of  nature,  or  of  art, 

With  fair  deceitful  charms, 
Intrude  into  my  thoughtless  heart, 

And  thrust  me  from  thy  arms. 


364         SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION. 

6  Then  I  repent,  and  vex  my  soul, 

That  I  should  leave  thee  so ; 
Where  will  those  wild  affections  roll, 
That  let  a  Saviour  go  ? 

7  Sin's  promised  joys  are  turned  to  pain, 

And  I  am  drowned  in  grief; 
But  my  dear  Lord  returns  again, 
He  flies  to  my  relief. 

8  Seizing  my  soul  with  sweet  surprise, 

He  draws  with  loving  bands; 
Divine  compassion  in  his  eyes, 
And  pardon  in  his  hands. 

9  Wretch  that  I  am,  to  wander  thus, 

In  chase  of  false  delight ! 
Let  me  be  fasten' d  to  thy  cross, 
Rather  than  lose  thy  sight. 

10  Make  haste,  my  days,  to  reach  the  goal, 

And  bring  my  heart  to  rest 
On  the  dear  centre  of  my  soul, 
My  God,  my  Saviour's  breast. 

4?3  C.  M. 

Faint,  yet  pursuing. 

IAS  pants  the  hart  for  cooling  streams, 
J\^  When  heated  in  the  chase, 
So  longs  my  soul,  0  God,  for  thee, 
And  thy  refreshing  grace. 
2  For  thee,  my  God — the  living  God, 
My  thirsty  soul  doth  pine ; 
0,  when  shall  I  behold  thy  face, 
Thou  Majesty  divine! 
8  I  sigh  to  think  of  happier  days, 
When  thou,  0  Lord,  wast  nigh ; 


SPIRITUAL   DECLENSION.         365 

When  every  heart  was  tuned  to  praise, 
And  none  more  blest  than  I. 

4  Why  restless,  why  cast  down,  my  soul  ? 
Hope  still,  and  thou  shalt  sing 
The  praise  of  him  who  is  thy  God, 
Thy  Saviour,  and  thy  King. 

4¥4  L.  M. 

Humble  confession. 

1  CI  AYIOUR,  I  now  with  shame  confess 
kJ  My  thirst  for  creature  happiness ; 
By  base  desires  I  wrong'd  thy  love, 
And  forced  thy  mercy  to  remove. 

2  Yet,  0  the  riches  of  thy  grace ! 
Thou,  who  hast  seen  my  evil  ways, 
WTilt  freely  my  backslidings  heal, 
And  pardon  on  my  conscience  seal. 

8  Yea,  for  thy  truth  and  mercy's  sake, 
My  comfort  thou  wilt  give  me  back ; 
And  lead  me  on  from  grace  to  grace, 
In  all  the  paths  of  righteousness : 

4  Till  throughly  saved  my  new-born  soul, 
And  perfectly  by  faith  made  whole, 
Shall  bright  in  thy  full  image  rise, 
To  share  thy  glory  in  the  skies. 

4?5  S.  M. 

God's  absence  deprecated. 

1  f\  THOU,  whose  mercy  hears 
\J  Contrition's  humble  sigh; 

Whose  hand,  indulgent,  wipes  the  teara 
From  sorrow's  weeping  eye; — 

2  See,  at  thy  throne  of  grace, 

A  wretched  wand'rer  mourn  : 


366  PASTORAL. 

Hast  thou  not  bid  me  seek  thy  face  ? 

Hast  thou  not  said, — Return  ? 
8  Shall  guilty  fears  prevail, 

To  drive  me  from  thy  feet  ? 
0  let  not  this  last  refuge  fail, — 

This  only  safe  retreat. 

4  Absent  from  thee,  my  Light, 

Without  one  cheering  ray, — 
Through  dangers,  fears,  and  gloomy  night, 
How  desolate  my  way  ! 

5  On  this  benighted  heart, 

"With  beams  of  mercy  shine ; 
And  let  thy  voice  again  impart 
A  taste  of  joy  divine. 


PASTORAL. 

4?6  L.  M. 

1  g  |N  all  the  earth  thy  Spirit  shower, 
1_J  The  earth  in  righteousness  renew : 
Thy  kingdom  come,  and  hell's  o'erpower, 

And  to  thy  scepter  all  subdue. 

2  Like  mighty  winds  or  torrents  fierce, 

Let  Him  opposers  all  o'erturn; 
And  every  law  of  sin  reverse, 

That  faith  and  love  may  make  all  one. 

3  Yea,  let  thy  Spirit  in  every  place 

His  richest  energy  declare  ; 
While  lovely  tempers,  fruits  of  grace, 
The  kingdom  of  thy  Christ  prepare. 

4  Grant  this,  0  holy  God  and  true ! 

The  ancient  seers  thou  didst  inspire  ; 


PASTORAL.  367 

To  us  perform  the  promise  due, 

Descend,  and  crown  us  now  with  fire  ! 

4T7  L.  M. 

1  "TTESUS,  thy  wand'ring  sheep  behold ! 
€$    See,  Lord,  with  yearning  bowels,  see, 
Poor  souls  that  cannot  find  the  fold, 

Till  sought  and  gather' d  in  by  thee. 

2  Lost  are  they  now,  and  scatter'd  wide, 

In  pain,  and  weariness,  and  want : 
With  no  kind  shepherd  near,  to  guide 
The  sick,  and  spiritless,  and  faint. 

3  Thou,  only  thou,  the  kind,  and  good, 

And  sheep-redeeming  Shepherd  art ; 
Collect  thy  flock,  and'  give  them  food, 
And  pastors  after  thine  own  heart. 

4  Give  the  pure  word  of  gen'ral  grace, 

And  great  shall  be  the  preachers'  crowd; 
Preachers  who  all  the  sinful  race, 
Point  to  the  all-atoning  blood. 

5  Open  their  mouths,  and  utterance  give, 

Give  them  a  trumpet  voice  to  call 
A  world,  who  all  may  turn  and  live, 
Through  faith  in  Him  who  died  for  all. 

6  In  every  messenger  reveal 

The  grace  they  preach  divinely  free  ; 
That  each  may  by  thy  Spirit  tell, 
"He  died  for  all,  who  died  for  me." 

7  A  double  portion  from  above, 

Of  that  all-quick' ning  Spirit  impart ; 
Shed  forth  thy  universal  love 
In  every  faithful  pastor's  heart. 


dm  PASTORAL. 

8  Thine  only  glory  let  them  seek, 

0  let  their  hearts  with  love  o'erflowl 
Let  them  believe,  and  therefore  speak, 
And  spread  thy  mercy's  praise  below, 

4^8  L.  M. 

^AW  near,  0  Son  of  God,  draw  near' 
Us  with  thy  flaming  eye  behold ; 
Still  in  thy  church  do  thou  appear, 
And  let  our  candlestick  be  gold. 

2  Still  hold  the  stars  in  thy  right  hand, 
And  let  them  in  thy  lustre  glow, 
The  lights  of  a  benighted  land, 
The  angels  of  thy  church  below. 

8  Make  good  their  apostolic  boast, 

Their  high  commission  let  them  prove 
Be  temples  of  the  Holy  Ghost, 

And  fill'd  with  faith,  and   hope,   and 
love. 

4  Their  hearts  from  things  of  earth  remove, 

Sprinkle  them,  Lord,  from  sin  and  fear ; 
Fix  their  affections  all  above, 

And  lay  up  all  their  treasures  there. 

5  Oive  them  an  ear  to  hear  thy  word  ; 

Thou  speakest  to  the  churches  now: 

And  let  all  tongues  confess  their  Lord, 

Let  every  knee  to  Jesus  bow. 

479  C.  M. 


J 


ESUS,  thou  all-redeeming  Lord 
Thy  blessing  we  implore  ; 
Open  the  door  to  preach  thy  word, 
The,  great,  effectual  door. 


PASTORAL.  369 

S  Gather  the  outcasts  in,  and  save 
From  sin  and  Satan's  power; 
And  let  them  now  acceptance  have, 
And  know  their  gracious  hour. 

3  Lover  of  souls  !  thou  know'st  to  prize 

What  thou  hast  bought  so  dear  : 
Come,  then,  and,  in  thy  people's  eyes, 
With  all  thy  wounds  appear  ! 

4  Appear  as  when  of  old  confest, 

The  suff'ring  Son  of  God  : 
And  let  them  see  thee  in  thy  vest, 
But  newly  dipp'd  in  blood. 

•5  The  hardness  from  their  hearts  remove, 
Thou  who  for  all  hast  died : 
Show  them  the  tokens  of  thy  love, 
Thy  feet,  thy  hands,  thy  side. 

■6  Thy  side  an  open  fountain  is, 
Where  all  may  freely  go, 
And  drink  the  living  streams  of  bliss, 
And  wash  them  white  as  snow. 

7  Ready  thou  art  the  blood  t'  apply, 
And  prove  the  record  true  : 
And  all  thy  wounds  to  sinners  cry, 
"I  suffer'd  this  for  you  !" 

-4§®  S.  M. 

1  "I"  ORD  of  the  harvest,  hear 
Ji  J  Thy  needy  servants'  cry ; 
Answer  our  faith's  effectual  pray'r, 
And  all  our  wants  supply. 
:2  On  thee  we  humbly  wait, 

Our  wants  are  in  thy  view; 
24 


370  PASTORAL. 

The  harvest,  truly,  Lord,  is  great, 
The  laborers  are  few. 

8  Convert,  and  send  forth  more 
Into  thy  church  abroad, 
And  let  them  speak  thy  word  of  power, 
As  workers  with  their  God. 

4  Give  the  pure  Gospel-word, 
The  word  of  general  grace; 
Then  let  them  preach  the  common  Lord, 
Saviour  of  human  race. 

0  0  let  them  spread  thy  Name, 

Their  mission  fully  prove : 

Thy  universal  grace  proclaim, 

Thine  all-redeeming  love  ! 

481  C.  M. 

1  "TESUS,  my  strength  and  righteousness, 
©f    My  Saviour  and  my  King, 
Triumphantly  thy  Name  I  bless, 

Thy  conqu'ring  Name  I  sing. 

2  Thou,  Lord,  hast  magnified  thy  Name, 

Thou  hast  maintained  thy  cause, 
And  I  enjoy  the  glorious  shame, 
The  scandal  of  thy  cross. 

3  Thou  gavest  me  to  speak  thy  word, 

In  the  appointed  hour : 
I  have  proclaimed  my  dying  Lord, 
And  felt  thy  Spirit's  power. 

4  Superior  to  my  foes  I  stood, 

Above  their  smile  or  frown : 
On  all  the  strangers  to  thy  blood 
With  pitying  love  looked  down. 


PASTORAL.  371 

5  0  let  me  have  thy  presence  still, 

Set  as  a  flint  my  face, 
To  show  the  counsel  of  thy  will, 
Which  saves  a  world  by  grace. 

6  0  let  me  never  blush,  to  own 

The  glorious  Gospel-word; 
Which  saves  a  world  through  faith  alone, 
Faith  in  a  dying  Lord ! 

482  C.  M. 

1  1&TOW,  Lord,  the  heavenly  seed  is  sown, 
J3I    Be  it  thy  servant's  care, 

Thy  heavenly  blessings  to  bring  down, 
By  humble,  fervent  pray'r. 

2  In  vain  we  plant  without  thine  aid, 

And  water,  too,  in  vain  ; 
Lord  of  the  harvest,  God  of  grace, 

Send  down  thy  heavenly  rain. 
8  Then  shall  our  cheerful  hearts  and  tongues 

Begin  this  song  divine — 
"Thou,  Lord,  hast  giv'n  the  rich  increase, 

And  be  the  glory  thine  !" 

4§3  P.  M.  8.  7.  8.  7.  4.  7. 

1  ~\M  EN  of  God,  go,  take  your  stations  : 
Jj?JL  Darkness  reigns  throughout  the 
Go,  proclaim  among  the  nations,     [earth; 

Joyful  news  of  heavenly  birth : 
Bear  the  tidings 
Of  the  Saviour's  matchless  worth. 

2  Of  his  Gospel  not  ashamed, 

As  "the  power  of  God  to  save," 

Go  where  Christ  was  never  named; 

Publish  freedom  to  the  slave  ! 


372  PASTORAL. 

Blessed  freedom ! 
Such  as  Zion's  children  have. 

3  What,  though  earth  and  hell  united, 

Should  oppose  our  Saviour's  plan  ? 
Plead  his  cause,  nor  be  affrighted  : 

Fear  ye  not  the  face  of  man  : 
Vain  their  tumult ; 
Hurt  his  work  they  never  can. 

4  When  exposed  to  fearful  dangers, 

Jesus  will  his  own  defend, 
Borne  afar  midst  foes  and  strangers, 

Jesus  will  appear  your  friend  : 
And  his  presence 
Shall  be  with  you  to  the  end. 

484  C.  M. 

HEN   Paul   was   parted   from  his 
It  was  a  weeping  day  :        [friends, 
But  Jesus  made  them  all  amends, 

And  wiped  their  tears  away. 
In  heaven  they  meet  again  with  joy, 

Secure  no  more  to  part ; 
Where  praises  every  tongue  employ, 

And  pleasure  fills  each  heart. 
Thus  all  the  preachers  of  his  grace 

Their  children  soon  shall  meet ; 
Together  see  their  Saviour's  face, 

And  worship  at  his  feet. 
But  they  who  heard  the  word  in  vain, 

Though  oft  and  plainly  warn'd, 
Will  tremble  when  they  meet  again 

The  ministers  they  scorn'd. 
On  your  own  heads  your  blood  will  fall, 

If  any  perish  here ; 


PASTORAL.  373 

The  preachers  who  have  told  you  all, 
Shall  stand  approved  and  clear. 

6  Yet,  Lord,  to  save  themselves  alone, 
Is  not  their  utmost  view; 
0  hear  their  pray;r,  thy  message  own, 
And  save  their  hearers  too. 

4 §5  L.  M. 

1  f  gnHTJS  spake  the  Saviour,  when  he  sent 

H      His  ministers  to  preach  his  word ; 

They  through  the  world  obedient  went, 

And  spread  the  Gospel  of  their  Lord. 

2  "Go  forth,  ye  heralds,  in  my  name ; 

Bid  the  whole  world  my  grace  receive; 
The  Gospel  jubilee  proclaim, 

And  call  them  to  repent  and  live. 

8  "The  joyful  news  to  all  impart, 

And  teach  them  where  salvation  lies ; 
Bind  up  the  broken,  bleeding  heart, 
And  wipe  the  tear  from  weeping  eyes. 

4  "Be  wise  as  serpents  where  you  go, 

But  harmless  as  the  peaceful  dove ; 
And  let  your  heaven-taught  conduct  show, 
That  you're  commission' d  from  above. 

5  "Freely  from  me  ye  have  received; 

Freely  in  love  to  others  give ; 
Thus  shall  your  doctrines  be  believed, 
And  by  your  labors  sinners  live." 

6  Happy  those  servants  of  the  Lord, 

Who  thus  their  Master's  will  obey! 
How  rich,  how  full  is  their  reward, 
Reserved  until  the  final  day  ! 


374  PASTORAL. 

486  C.  M. 


*F 


AR  from  affliction,  toil,  and  care, 


The  happy  soul  is  fled ; 
The  breathless  clay  shall  slumber  here, 
Among  the  silent  dead. 
2  The  Gospel  was  his  joy  and  song, 
E'en  to  his  latest  breath; 
The  truth  he  had  proclaimed  so  long, 
Was  his  support  in  death. 
8  Now  he  resides  where  Jesus  is, 
Above  this  dusky  sphere ; 
His  soul  was  ripen'd  for  that  bliss, 
While  yet  he  sojourned  here. 

4  The  Churches'  loss  we  all  deplore, 

And  shed  the  falling  tear ; 
Since  we  shall  see  his  face  no  more, 
Till  Jesus  shall  appear. 

5  But  we  are  hasting  to  the  tomb ; 

0,  may  we  ready  stand ! 
Then,  dearest  Lord,  receive  us  home, 
To  dwell  at  thy  right  hand. 

4§7  S.  M. 

1  0 ERVANT  of  God,  well  done : 
k3  Rest  from  thy  lov'd  employ: 
The  battle  fought,  the  vict'ry  won, 

Enter  thy  Master's  joy. 

2  The  voice  at  midnight  came, 

He  started  up  to  hear ; 
A  mortal  arrow  pierc'd  his  frame, 
He  fell — but  felt  no  fear. 

3  Tranquil  amidst  alarms, 

It  found  him  on  the  field, 


H 


PASTORAL.  375 

A  vet'ran  slumb'ring  on  his  arms, 
Beneath  his  red-cross  shield. 

4  The  pains  of  death  are  past, 

Labor  and  sorrow  cease  : 
And  life's  long  warfare  closed  at  last, 
His  soul  is  found  in  peace. 

5  Soldier  of  Christ,  well  done ; 

Praise  be  thy  new  employ ; 
And  while  eternal  ages  run, 
Best  in  thy  Saviour's  joy. 

48§  L.  M. 

He  giveth  the  increase. 

IGH  on  his  everlasting  throne, 
The  King  of  saints  his  work  surveys; 
Marks  the  dear  souls  he  calls  his  own, 

And  smiles  on  the  peculiar  race. 
He  rests  well  pleased  their  toils  to  see ; 

Beneath  his  easy  yoke  they  move : 
With  all  their  hearts  and  strength  agree 

In  the  sweet  labor  of  his  love. 
See  where  the  servants  of  the  Lord, 

A  busy  multitude,  appear : 
For  Jesus  day  and  night  employed, 

His  heritage  they  toil  to  clear. 
The  love  of  Christ  their  hearts  constrains, 

And  strengthens  their  unwearied  hands; 
They  spend  their  sweat,  and  blood,  and 

To  cultivate  Immanuel's  lands,     [pains, 
Jesus  their  toil  delighted  sees, 

Their  industry  vouchsafes  to  crown  ; 
He  kindly  gives  the  wished  increase, 

And  sends  the  promised  blessing  down. 


376  BAPTISM. 

BAPTISM. 

489  L.  M. 

1  ?  FTl  WAS  the  commission  of  our  Lord,— 

JL     Go,  teach  the  nations  and  baptize : 
The  nations  have  received  the  word, 
Since  he  ascended  to  the  skies. 

2  He  sits  upon  th'  eternal  hills, 

With  grace  and  pardon  in  his  hands, 
And  sends  his  cov'nant  with  his  sealsr 
To  bless  the  distant  heathen  lands. 

3  Repent,  and  be  baptized,  he  saith, 
For  the  remission  of  your  sins ; 
And  thus  our  sense  assists  our  faith, 
And  shows  us  what  his  Gospel  means. 

4  Our  souls  he  washes  in  his  blood, 
As  water  makes  the  body  clean  ; 
And  the  good  Spirit  of  our  God, 
Descends  like  purifying  rain. 

5  Thus  we  engage  ourselves  to  thee, 
And  seal  our  cov'nant  with  the  Lord; 
0  may  the  great  eternal  Three, 

In  heaven  our  solemn  vows  record ! 

49©  L.  M. 

1  |TlOME,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
\j  Honor  the  means  ordained  by  thee ;. 
Make  good  our  apostolic  boast, 

And  own  thy  glorious  ministry. 

2  We  now  thy  promised  presence  claim  ; 

Sent  to  disciple  all  mankind ; 
Sent  to  baptize  into  thy  name ; 

We  now  thy  promised  presence  find. 


BAPTISM.  377 

3  Father,  in  these  reveal  thy  Son : 

In  these  for  whom  we  seek  thy  face  ;. 
The  hidden  mystery  make  known, 
The  inward,  pure,  baptizing  grace. 

4  Jesus,  with  us  thou  always  art, 

Effectual  make  the  sacred  sign, 
The  gift  unspeakable  impart, 
And  bless  the  ordinance  divine. 

5  Eternal  Spirit,  from  on  high, 

Baptizer  of  our  spirits  thou  ! 
The  sacramental  seal  apply, 

And  witness  with  the  water  now  ! 

6  0  that  the  souls  baptized  herein, 

May  now  thy  truth  and  mercy  feel  j 
May  rise  and  wash  away  their  sin: 
Come,  Holy  Ghost,  their  pardon  seal  ! 

491  C.  M. 

1  |^ELESTIAL  Dove,  descend  from  highr 
\J  And  on  the  water  brood  : 

Come,  with  thy  quick'  ning  power  apply 
The  water  and  the  blood. 

2  I  love  the  Lord  that  stoops  so  low, 

To  give  his  word  a  seal ; 
But  the  rich  grace  his  hands  bestow, 

Exceeds  the  figure  still. 
8  Almighty  God,  for  thee  we  call, 

And  our  request  renew  : 
Accept  in  Christ,  and  bless  withal, 

The  work  we  have  to  do. 

492  S.  M. 

1  "V/ffY  Saviour's  pierced  side 
jLt jL  Poured  out  a  double  flood : 


378  BAPTISM. 

By  water  ue  are  purified, 
And  pardoned  by  his  blood."! 

2  Call'd  from  above,  I  rise, 

And  wash  away  my  sin  ; 
The  stream  to  which  my  spirit  flies, 
Can  make  the  foulest  clean. 

3  It  runs  divinely  clear, 

A  fountain  deep  and  wide  ; 
'Twas  open'd  by  the  soldier's  spear, 
In  my  Redeemer's  side  ! 

493  C.  M. 

1  T>ROCLAIM,  saith  Christ,  my  won- 
jL  drous  grace, 

To  all  the  sons  of  men; 
He  that  believes  and  is  baptized, ' 
Salvation  shall  obtain. 

2  Let  plenteous  grace  descend  on  those, 

Who,  hoping  in  thy  word, 
This  day  have  publicly  declared, 
That  Jesus  is  their  Lord. 

3  With  cheerful  feet  may  they  advance, 

And  run  the  Christian  race  ; 
And,  in  the  troubles  of  the  way, 
Find  all-sufficient  grace. 

4  And  when  the  awful  message  comes, 

To  call  their  souls  away, 
May  they  be  found  prepared  to  live 
In  realms  of  endless  day. 

494  S.  M. 

1   /^IREAT  God,  now  condescend 
\JX  To  bless  our  rising  race ; 


BAPTISM.  379 

Soon  may  their  willing  spirits  bend 
To  thy  victorious  grace. 

2  0  what  a  pure  delight, 
Their  happiness  to  see ! 
Our  warmest  wishes  all  unite, 
To  lead  their  souls  to  thee. 

8  Now  bless,  thou  God  of  love, 
This  ordinance  divine ; 
Send  thy  good  Spirit  from  above, 
And  make  these  children  thine. 

495  S.  M. 


aL 


Our  eyes  delight  to  trace; 
Thy  love  in  long  succession  shown 
To  every  virtuous  race. 

2  Our  children  thou  dost  claim, 

And  mark  them  out  for  thine : 
Ten  thousand  blessings  to  thy  Name 
For  goodness  so  divine  ! 

3  Thy  cov'nant  may  they  keep, 

And  bless  the  happy  bands, 
Which  closer  still  engage  their  hearts 
To  honor  thy  commands. 

4  How  great  thy  mercies,  Lord! 

How  plenteous  is  thy  grace, 
Which  in  the  promise  of  thy  love 
Includes  our  rising  race ! 

5  Our  offspring,  still  thy  care, 

Shall  own  their  fathers'  God, 

To  latest  times  thy  blessing  share, 

And  sound  thy  praise  abroad. 


880  BAPTISM. 

496  C.  M. 

EE  Israel's  gentle  Shepherd  stand, 


as 


With  all-engaging  charms : 
Hark,  how  he  calls  the  tender  lambs, 
And  folds  them  in  his  arms. 

2  "Permit  them  to  approach,"  he  cries, 

"Nor  scorn  their  humble  name, 
For  'twas  to  bless  such  souls  as  these 
The  Lord  of  glory  came." 

3  We  bring  them,  Lord,  in  thankful  hands, 

And  yield  them  up  to  thee; 
Joyful  that  we  ourselves  are  thine, 
Thine  let  our  offspring  be. 

4  If  orphans  they  are  left  behind, 

Thy  guardian  care  we  trust; 
That  care  shall  heal  our  bleeding  hearts, 
If  weeping  o'er  their  dust. 

49 %  L.  M. 

1"/^1  0,  teach  the  nations,  and  baptize;" 
\JT  Aloud  the  ascending  Jesus  cries  ; 
His  glad  apostles  took  the  word, 
And  round  the  nations  preach*  d  their 
Lord. 

2  Commission'd  thus,  by  Zion's  King, 
We  to  this  holy  laver  bring 

These  happy  converts,  who  have  known 
And  trusted  in  his  grace  alone. 

3  Lord,  in  thy  house  they  seek  thjr  face, 
0  bless  them  with  peculiar  grace: 
B-efresh  their  souls  with  love  divine; 
Let  beams  of  glory  round  them  shine. 


the  lord's  supper.  381 

THE  LORD'S  SUPPER. 

49S  6  lines  8s. 

1  "|"N  that  sad,  memorable  night, 

JL  When  Jesus  was  for  us  betray' d, 
He  left  his  death-recording  rite  ; 

He   took,  and   bless'd,    and  brake  the 
bread; 
And  gave  his  own  their  last  bequest, 
And  thus  his  love's  intent  express' d. 

2  "Take,  eat,  this  is  my  body,  given 

To  purchase  life  and  peace  for  you, 
Pardon,  and  holiness,  and  heaven  ; 

Do  this,  my  dying  love  to  show ; 
Accept  your  precious  legacy, 
And  thus,  my  friends,  remember  me." 

3  He  took  into  his  hands  the  cup, 

To  crown  the  sacramental  feast, 
And  full  of  kind  concern  looked  up, 

And  gave  to  them  what  he  had  blest: 
And — "Drink  ye  all  of  this,"  (he  said) 
In  solemn  mem'ry  of  the  dead. 

4  "This  is  my  blood,"  which  seals  the  new, 

Eternal  cov'nant  of  my  grace ; 
My  blood  so  freely  shed  for  you, 

For  you  and  all  the  sinful  race  ; 
My  blood,  that  speaks  your  sins  forgiven, 
And  justifies  your  claim  to  heaven. 

499  S.  M. 


XL 


ET  all  who  truly  bear 
The  bleeding  Saviour's  name, 


382         the  lord's  supper. 

Their  faithful  hearts  with  us  prepare, 

And  eat  the  Paschal  Lamb! 
Our  passover  was  slain, 

At  Salem's  hallow' d  place, 
Yet  we  who  in  our  tents  remain, 

Shall  gain  his  largest  grace. 

2  This  eucharistic  feast, 

Our  every  want  supplies, 
And  still  we  by  his  death  are  blest, 

And  share  his  sacrifice; 
By  faith  his  flesh  we  eat, 

Who  here  his  passion  show, 
And  God  out  of  his  holy  seat 

Shall  all  his  gifts  bestow. 

3  Who  thus  our  faith  employ 

His  suff'rings  to  record  ; 
E'en  now  we  mournfully  enjoy 

Communion  with  our  Lord : 
As  though  we  every  one 

Beneath  his  cross  had  stood, 
And  seen  him  heave,  &  heard  him  groan, 

And  felt  his  gushing  blood. 

4  0  God !  'tis  finished  now  ! 

The  mortal  pang  is  past  ! 
By  faith  his  head  we  see  him  bow, 

And  hear  him  breathe  his  last. 
We,  too,  with  him  are  dead, 

And  shall  with  him  arise  : 
The  cross  on  which  he  bows  his  head, 

Shall  lift  us  to  the  skies. 

50©  C.  M. 

1    1TESUS,  at  whose  supreme  command 
We  now  approach  to  God, 


the  lord's  supper.  383 

Before  us  in  thy  vesture  stand, 

Thy  vesture  dipp'd  in  blood. 
Obedient  to  thy  gracious  word, 

We  break  the  hallow'd  bread, 
Conimem'rate  thee,  our  dying  Lord, 

And  trust  on  thee  to  feed. 
Now,  Saviour,  now,  thyself  reveal, 

And  make  thy  nature  known, 
Affix  thy  blessed  Spirit's  seal, 

And  stamp  us  for  thy  own. 
The  tokens  of  thy  dying  love, 

0  let  us  all  receive, 
And  feel  the  quick' ning  Spirit  move, 

And  sensibly  believe! 
S  The  cup  of  blessing,  bless'd  by  thee, 

Let  it  thy  blood  impart ; 
The  bread  thy  mystic  body  be, 

And  cheer  each  languid  heart. 
The  grace  which  sure  salvation  brings, 

Let  us  herewith  receive ; 
Satiate  the  hungry  with  good  things, 

The  hidden  manna  give. 
4  The  living  bread  sent  down  from  heaven, 

In  us  vouchsafe  to  be  ; 
Thy  flesh  for  all  the  world  is  given, 

And  all  may  live  by  thee. 
Now,  Lord,  on  us  thy  flesh  bestow, 

And  let  us  drink  thy  blood, 
Till  all  our  souls  are  filled  below, 

With  all  the  life  of  God. 

501  L.  M. 

l"'rjlIS  finished!"— so  the  Saviour  cried, 
_1_    And  meekly  bowed  his  head  &  died, 


384         the  lord's  supper. 

• 

'Tis  finished — yes,  the  race  is  run, 
The  battle  fought,  the  vict'ry  won. 

2  'Tis  finished  ! — all  that  heaven  decreed, 
And  all  the  ancient  prophets  said, 

Is  now  fulfilled,  as  was  designed, 
In  thee,  the  Saviour  of  mankind. 

3  'Tis  finished! — Aaron  now  no  more 
Must  stain  his  robes  with  purple  gore ; 
The  sacred  vail  is  rent  in  twain, 
And  Jewish  rites  no  more  remain. 

4  'Tis  finished! — man  is  reconciled 

To  God,  and  powers  of  darkness  spoiled  j 
Peace,  love,  and  happiness,  again 
Return  and  dwell  with  sinful  men. 

5  'Tis  finished  ! — let  the  joyful  sound 
Be  heard  thro'  all  the  nations  round  ; 
'Tis  finished  ! — let  the  echo  fly 

Thro'  heaven  and  hell,  thro'  earth  and  sky! 

502  C  M. 

1  npHAT  doleful  night  before  his  death, 

JL    The  Lamb,  for  sinners  slain, 
Did,  almost  with  his  dying  breath, 
This  solemn  feast  ordain. 

2  To  keep  the  feast,  Lord,  we  have  met, 

And  to  remember  thee  : 
Help  each  poor  trembler  to  repeat, — 
For  me  he  died,  for  me  ! 

3  Thy  suff' rings,  Lord,  each  sacred  sign 

To  our  remembrance  brings  : 
We  eat  the  bread,  and  drink  the  wine, 
But  think  on  nobler  things. 


the  lord's  supper.  385 

4  0  tune  our  tongues,  and  set  in  frame 
Each  heart  that  pants  for  thee, 
To  sing, — Hosanna  to  the  Lamb, 
The  Lamb  that  died  for  me ! 

5©3  L.  M. 

1  r|lHE  broken  bread,  the  blessed  cup, 

JL    On  which  we  now  are  call' d  to  sup, 
Without  thy  help  and  grace  divine, 
Will  prove  no  more  than  bread  and  wine. 

2  But  come,  great  Master  of  the  feast, 
Dispense  thy  grace  to  every  guest; 
Direct  our  views  to  Calvary, 

And  help  us  to  remember  thee. 
8  Let  us  with  light  and  truth  be  blest, 

That  on  thy  bosom  we  may  rest ; 

And  at  thy  supper  each  may  learn, 

Thy  broken  body  to  discern. 
4  0  that  our  souls  may  now  be  fed 

With  Christ  himself,  the  living  bread; 

That  we  the  cov'nant  may  renew, 

And  to  our  vows  be  render' d  true  ! 

504  C.  M. 

1  ~\T~E'  foll'wers  of  the  Prince  of  peace, 

JL    Who  round  his  table  draw  ! 
Remember  what  his  Spirit  was, 
What  his  peculiar  law. 

2  The  love,  which  all  his  bosom  fill'd, 

Did  all  his  actions  guide, 
Inspired  by  love,  he  liv'd  and  taught ; 
Inspired  by  love,  he  died. 

3  And  do  you  love  him  ?  do  you  feel 

Your  warm  affections  move  ?  , 
25 


386         the  lord's  supper. 

This  is  the  proof  which  he  demands-, 
That  you  each  other  love. 

4  Let  each  the  sacred  law  fulfill ; 

Like  his  be  every  raind; 
Be  every  temper  formed  by  love, 
And  every  action  kind. 

5  Let  none,  who  call  themselves  his  friends, 

Disgrace  the  honored  name; 
But  by  a  near  resemblance  prove 
The  title  which  they  claim. 
5©5  L.  M. 

Figure  and  means  of  saving  grace. 

1  A  UTHOR  of  our  salvation,  thee, 

XjL  With   lowly,    thankful  hearts,    we 
Author  of  this  great  mystery, —     [praise ; 
Figure  and  means  of  saving  grace. 

2  The  sacred,  true,  effectual  sign, 

Thy  body  and  thy  blood,  it  shows ; 
The  glorious  instrument  divine, 

Thy  mercy  and  thy  strength  bestows. 

3  "We  see  the  blood  that  seals  our  peace ; 

Thy  pard'ning  mercy  we  receive  ; 
The  bread  doth  visibly  express  [live. 

The  strength  through  which  our  spirits 

4  Our  spirits  drink  a  fresh  supply, 

And  eat  the  bread  so  freely  given, 
Till,  borne  on  angels'  wings,  we  fly, 
And  banquet  with  our  Lord  in  heaven. 
506  L.  M. 

Rejoicing  at  the  table,  with  godly  sorrow. 
1  nnO  Jesus,  our  exalted  Lord, 

J_  The  Name  by  heaven  and  earth  adored, 


the  lord's  supper.  387 

Fain  would  onr  hearts  and  voices  raise 
A  cheerful  song  of  sacred  praise. 

2  But  all  the  notes  which  mortals  know, 
Are  weak,  and  languishing,  and  low ; 
Far,  far  above  our  humble  songs, 

The  theme  demands  immortal  tongues. 

3  Yet  while  around  this  board  we  meet, 
And  humbly  worship  at  his  feet, 

0  let  our  warm  affections  move, 
In  glad  returns  of  grateful  love  ! 

4  Let  humble,  penitential  woe, 
In  tears  of  godly  sorrow  flow  ; 
And  thy  forgiving  smiles  impart 
Life,  hope,  and  joy,  to  every  heart. 

5©?  S.  M. 

Universal  gladness  and  joy. 

1  p  LORY  to  God  on  high, 

\Jf  Our  peace  is  made  with  Heaven  ; 
The  Son  of  God  came  down  to  die, 
That  me  might  be  forgiven. 

2  His  precious  blood  was  shed, 

His  body  bruised,  for  sin : 
Remember  this  in  eating  bread, 
And  that  in  drinking  wine. 

3  Approach  his  royal  board, 

In  his  rich  garments  clad  ; 
Join  every  tongue  to  praise  the  Lord, 
And  every  heart  be  glad. 

4  The  Father  gives  the  Son  ; 

The  Son,  his  flesh  and  blood  : 
The  Spirit  seals,  and  faith  puts  on 
The  righteousness  of  God. 


388  SABBATH. 

SABBATH. 

5©§  L.  M. 

1  IT})  ETUEN,  my  soul,  enjoy  thy  rest, 
jOL  Improve  the  day  that  God  has  blest, 
Another  six  days'  work  is  done, 
Another  Sabbath  is  begun. 

2  Come,  bless  the  Lord,  whose  love  assigns 
So  sweet  a  rest  to  weari'd  minds, 
Provides  a  blest  foretaste  of  heaven, 

On  this  day  more  than  all  the  seven. 

3  0  that  our  thoughts  and  thanks  may  rise, 
As  grateful  incense  to  the  skies : 

And  draw  from  Christ  that  sweet  repose, 
Which  none  but  he  that  feels  it  knows. 

4  This  heavenly  calm  within  the  breast, 
Is  the  dear  pledge  of  glorious  rest, 
Which  for  the  Church  of  God  remains, 
The  end  of  cares,  the  end  of  pains. 

5  With  joy,  great  God,  thy  works  we  scan, 
Creation's  scene,  redemption's  plan, 
With  praise  we  think  on  mercies  past, 
With  hope  we  future  pleasures  taste. 

6  In  holy  duties,  let  the  day, 
In  holy  comforts,  pass  away ; 

How  sweet !  a  Sabbath  thus  to  spend, 
In  hope  of  one  that  ne'er  shall  end. 

5©9  L.  M. 

1  4P1OME,  dearest  Lord,  and  bless  this  day, 
\J  Come  bear  our  thoughts  from  earth 
away ; 


SABBATH.  389 

Now  let  our  noblest  passions  rise, 
•^ith'  ardor  to  their  native  skies. 

2  Come  Holy  Spirit,  all  divine, 
With  rays  of  light  upon  us  shine, 
And  let  our  waiting  souls  be  blest, 
On  this  sweet  day  of  sacred  rest. 

8  0  may  our  pray'rs  and  praises  rise, 
As  grateful  incense  to  the  skies, 
And  draw  from  heaven  that  sweet  repose, 
Which  none  but  he  who  feels  it  knows. 

4  Then  when  our  Sabbaths  here  are  o'er, 
And  we  arrive  on  Canaan's  shore, 
With  all  the  ransom' d  we  shall  spend 
A  Sabbath  which  shall  never  end. 

51©  S.  M. 

'ELCOME,  sweet  day  of  rest, 
That  saw  the  Lord  arise : 
Welcome  to  this  reviving  breast, 
And  these  rejoicing  eyes  ! 

The  King  himself  comes  near, 
And  feasts  his  saints  to-day ; 

Here  we  may  sit,  and  see  him  here, 
And  love,  and  praise,  and  pray. 

One  day  in  such  a  place 

Where  thou,  my  God,  art  seen, 

Is  sweeter  than  ten  thousand  days 
Of  pleasurable  sin. 

My  willing  soul  would  stay 

In  such  a  frame  as  this, 
And  sit,  and  sing  herself  away 

To  everlasting;  bliss. 


390  SABBATH. 

511  L.  M. 

1  COVEET  is  the  work,  my  God,  my  King, 
O  To  praise  thy  name,  give  thanks,  and 
To  show  thy  love  by  morning  light,  [sing, 
And  talk  of  all  thy  truth  by  night. 

2  Sweet  is  the  day  of  sacred  rest, 

No  mortal  cares  shall  seize  my  breast ; 
0  may  my  heart  in  tune  be  found, 
Like  David's  harp  of  solemn  sound  1 

8  When  grace  has  purified  my  heart, 
Then  I  shall  share  a  glorious  part : 
And  fresh  supplies  of  joy  be  shed, 
Like  holy  oil  to  cheer  my  head. 

4  Then  shall  I  see,  and  hear,  and  know, 
All  I  deftir'd  or  wish'd  below ; 
And  every  hour  find  sweet  employ, 
In  that  eternal  world  of  joy. 

512  P.  M. 

1  I^HILDREN  of  God,  awake, 
\_J  And  hail  this  sacred  day ; 
In  loftiest  songs  of  praise 

Your  grateful  homage  pay ; 
Come  bless  the  day  that  God  hath  blest, 
The  type  of  heaven's  eternal  rest. 

2  On  this  auspicious  morn 

The  Lord  of  life  arose ; 
He  burst  the  bars  of  death, 

And  vanquish'd  all  our  foes: 
And  now  he  pleads  our  cause  above, 
And  reaps  the  fruits  of  all  his  love. 

3  All  hail,  triumphant  Lord  ! 

Heaven  with  hosannas  rings, 


SABBATH.  391 

And  earth,  with  humbler  strains, 

Thy  praise  responsive  sings ; 
"Worthy  the  Lamb  that  once  was  slain, 
Through  endless  years  to  live  and  reign!" 

513  L.  M. 

Anticipating  the  heavenly  Sabbath. 

1  T  OED  of  the  Sabbath,  hear  us  pray, 
JLJ  In  this  thy  house,  on  this  thy  day ; 
And  own,  as  grateful  sacrifice, 

The  songs  which  from  thy  servants  rise. 

2  Thine  earthly  Sabbaths,  Lord,  we  love, 
But  there's  a  nobler  rest  above; 

To  that  our  lab' ring  souls  aspire, 
With  ardent  hope,  and  strong  desire. 
8  No  more  fatigue,  no  more  distress, 
Nor  sin  nor  hell  shall  reach  the  place ; 
No  signs  shall  mingle  with  the  songs, 
Which  warble  from  immortal  tongues. 

4  No  rude  alarms  of  raging  foes ; 
No  cares  to  break  the  long  repose ; 
No  midnight  shade,  no  clouded  sun ; 
But  sacred,  high,  eternal  noon. 

5  0  long-expected  day,  begin ;. 

Dawn  on  these  realms  of  woe  and  sin : 
Fain  would  we  leave  this  weary  road, 
And  sleep  in  death,  to  rest  with  God. 

514  C.  M. 

1  flfl HIS  is  the  day  the  Lord  hath  made; 
m      He  calls  the  hours  his  own  : 
Let  heaven  rejoice,  let  earth  be  glad, 
And  praise  surround  the  throne. 


392  SABBATH. 

2  To-day  arose  our  glorious  Head, 

And  death's  dread  empire  fell, 
To-day  the  saints  his  triumph  spread, 
And  all  its  wonders  tell. 

3  Hosanna !  the  anointed  King 

Ascends  his  destin'd  throne : 
To  God  your  grateful  homage  bring, 
And  his  Messiah  own. 

4  Blest  he  the  Lord,  who  came  to  men 

With  messages  of  grace ; 
Who  came  in  God  the  Father's  name, 
To  save  our  sinful  race. 

5  Hosanna  in  the  highest  strains 

The  church  on  earth  can  raise  ! 
The  highest  heavens  in  which  he  reigns, 
Shall  give  him  nobler 'praise. 
515  C  M. 

1  T^REQUENT  the  day  of  God  returns, 
3-     To  shed  its  quick'ning  beams  ; 
And  yet  how  slow  devotion  burns, 

How  languid  are  its  flames  ! 

2  Accept  our  faint  attempts  to  love ; 

Our  frailties,  Lord,  forgive ; 
We  would  be  like  thy  saints  above, 
And  praise  thee  while  we  live. 

3  Increase,  0  Lord,  our  faith  and  hope, 

And  fit  us  to  ascend, 
Where  the  assembly  ne'er  breaks  up, 
And  Sabbaths  never  end. 

4  There  we  shall  breathe  in  heavenly  air, 

With  heavenly  luster  shine; 
Before  the  throne  of  God  appear, 
And  feast  on  love  divine. 


FAMILY   WORSHIP.  393 

FAMILY  WORSHIP. 

MORNING   HYMNS. 

516  C.  M. 

Sunday  morning :  Preparing  for  public  worship. 

1  X  ORD,  in  the  morning  thou  shalt  hear 

|  j  My  voice  ascending  high : 
To  thee  will  I  direct  my  prayer, — 
To  thee  lift  up  mine  eye : — ■ 

2  Up  to  the  hills  where  Christ  is  gone, 

To  plead  for  all  his  saints; 
Presenting,  at  the  Father's  throne, 

Our  songs  and  our  complaints. 
8  Thou  art  a  God  before  whose  sight 

The  wicked  shall  not  stand : 
Sinners  shall  ne'er  be  thy  delight, 

Nor  dwell  at  thy  right  hand. 

4  Now  to  thy  house  will  I  resort ; 

To  taste  thy  mercies  there  ; 
I  will  frequent  thy  holy  court, 
And  worship  in  thy  fear. 

5  0  may  thy  Spirit  guide  my  feet 

In  ways  of  righteousness  ; 
Make  every  path  of  duty  straight, 
And  plain  before  my  face. 

517  L.  M. 

1     A  WAKE,  our  souls,  and  with  the  sun 
XX  Your  daily  course  of  duty  run  ; 
Shake  off  dull  sloth,  and  early  rise, 
To  pay  your  morning  sacrifice. 


894  FAMILY   WORSHIP. 

2  Blessed  be  God,  who  safe  has  kept, 
And  has  refresh' d  us  while  we  slept : 
Now  help  us,  Lord,  to  watch  and  pray, 
And  serve  thee  faithfully  to-day. 

8  0  Lord,  illume,  direct  our  way, 
In  all  we  think,  or  do,  or  say  ; 
That  all  our  powers,  with  all  their  might, 
In  thy  sole  glory  may  unite ! 

4  Teach  each  of  us  thy  will  to  know, 
And  do  the  same  while  here  "below ; 
So  that  when  we  from  death  awake, 
We  may  of  endless  life  partake. 

518  C.  M. 

1  X  ORD,  in  the  morning  I  will  send 
J_j  My  pray'r  to  reach  thine  ear ; 
Thou  art  my  Father  and  my  Friend, 

My  help  forever  near. 

2  0  lead  me,  keep  me  all  this  day, 

Near  thee  in  perfect  peace; 
Help  me  to  watch,  to  watch  and  pray, 
To  pray  and  never  cease. 

8  I  know  my  roving  feet  will  err, 
Unless  thou  be  my  guide  : 
Warn  me  of  every  foe  and  snare, 
And  keep  me  near  thy  side. 

4  So  shall  I  pass  all  dangers  safe, 

And  tread  the  tempter  down,- 
My  hope,  my  trust,  joy  and  relief, 
Shall  be  in  Thee  alone. 

5  Thus  let  my  moments  smoothly  run, 

And  sing  my  hours  away ; 


FAMILY   WORSHIP.  395 

Till  ev'ning  shade  and  setting  sun 
Conclude  in  endless  day. 

519  4  lines  7s. 

OW  the  shades  of  night  are  gone, 
Now  the  morning  light  is  come  ; 
Lord,  we  would  be  thine  to-day, 
Drive  the  shades  of  sin  away. 
Make  our  souls  as  noon-day  clear, 
Banish  every  doubt  and  fear ; 
In  thy  vineyard,  Lord,  to-day, 
We  would  lab6r,  we  would  pray. 

3  Keep  our  haughty  passions  bound, 
Rising  up  and  sitting  down, 
Going  out  and  coming  in, 

Keep  us  safe  from  every  sin. 

4  When  our  work  of  life  is  past, 
0,  receive  us  then  at  last ! 
Night  of  sin  will  be  no  more, 
When  we  reach  the  heavenly  shore. 

52©  C.  M. 

1  "fcin"HEN   we,    with   welcome   slumber 

v  V     Had  clos'd  our  weary  eyes,    [prest, 
A  power  unseen  secur  d  our  rest, 
And  made  us  joyful  rise. 

2  Numbers  this  night  have  doubtless  met 

Their  long,  eternal  doom, 
And  lost  the  joys  of  morning  light 
In  death's  tremendous  gloom. 

3  But  life  to  us  its  light  prolongs, 

Let  warmest  thanks  arise ; 
Great  God,  accept  our  morning  songs, 
Our  willing  sacrifice. 


XSE 


FAMILY   WORSHIP. 

521  S.  M. 

EE,  how  the  morning  sun 
Pursues  his  shining  way  ; 
And  wide  proclaims  his  Maker" s  praise, 
With  every  bright' ning  ray. 

2  Thus  would  my  rising  soul 

Its  heavenly  Parent  sing, 
And  to  its  great  Original 
The  humble  tribute  bring. 

3  Serene  I  laid  me  down, 

Beneath  his  guardian  care  ; 
I  slept,  and  I  awoke,  and  found 
My  kind  Preserver  near  ! 

4  My  life  I  would  anew 

Devote,  0  Lord,  to  thee : 
And  in  thy  service  I  would  spend 
A  long  eternity. 

522  C.  M. 

1  A  RISE  my  soul,  and  praise  the  Lord, 
J\.  For  all  his  rich  supplies  ; 

His  goodness  has  again  restor'd 
My  dormant  faculties. 

2  Rais'd  from  the  slumbers  of  the  night, 

In  which  I  helpless  lay  : 
Lord,  I  adore  thee  for  the  light 
Of  this  returning  day. 

8  I  bless  thee  for  thy  gracious  care, 
Vouchsaf  d  to  me  and  mine ; 
0  may  we  still  thy  goodness  share, 
And  be  forever  thine. 


FAMILY  WORSHIP.  39' 

523  C.  M. 

1  ijTkNCE  more,  my  soul,  the  rising  day 
\_J  Salutes  my  waking  eyes  ; 

Once  more,  my  voice,  thy  tribute  pay 
To  Him  that  rules  the  skies. 

2  Night  unto  night  his  Name  repeats, 

The  day  renews  the  sound ; 
Wide  as  the  heavens  on  which  he  sits, 

To  turn  the  seasons  round. 
8  'Tis  He  supports  my  mortal  frame, 

My  tongue  shall  speak  his  praise ; 
|   My  sins  might  rouse  his  wrath  to  flame, 

But  yet  his  wrath  delays. 

I  0  God,  let  all  my  hours  be  thine, 

Whilst  I  enjoy  the  light ; 
I    Then  shall  my  sun  in  smiles  decline, 

And  bring  a  peaceful  night. 

524  C.  M. 

1  r\  IVER  and  guardian  of  my  sleep, 
\J  To  praise  thy  name  I  wake : 
Still,  Lord,  thy  helpless  servant  keep, 

For  thine  own  mercy's  sake. 

2  The  blessing  of  another  day 

I  thankfully  receive  : 
§  0  may  I  only  thee  obey, 

And  to  thy  glory  live  ! 
8  Vouchsafe  to  keep  my  soul  from  sin, 

Its  cruel  power  suspend, 
Till  all  this  strife  and  war  within 

In  perfect  peace  shall  end. 
4  Upon  me  lay  thy  mighty  hand, 

My  words  and  thoughts  restrain  i 


398  PAMILY   WORSHIP. 

Bow  my  whole  soul  to  thy  command, 
Nor  let  my  faith  he  vain. 

6  Pris'ner  of  hope,  I  wait  the  hour 
Which  shall  salvation  hring; 
When  all  I  am  shall  own  thy  power, 
And  call  my  Jesus,  King. 

525  C.  M. 

1  TV/iT^  ^0<^  was  w^n  me  aH  the  niglit, 
_LtA  And  gave  me  sweet  repose : 
His  angels  watch' d  me  while  I  slept, 

Or  I  had  never  rose. 

2  Now  for  the  mercies  of  the  night 

My  humble  thanks  I'll  pay, 
And  unto  God  I'll  dedicate 
The  first  fruits  of  the  day. 

3  In  midst  of  dangers,  fear,  and  death, 

Thy  goodness  I'll  adore, 
And  praise  thee  for  thy  mercies  past, 
And  humbly  hope  for,,  more. 

4  My  life,  if  thou  preserve  my  life, 

Thy  sacrifice  shall  be ; 
My  death,  when  death  must  be  my  lot, 
Shall  send  my  soul  to  thee. 

526  C.  M. 

1  A  WAKE,  my  soul,  to  meet  the  day ; 
J\    Unfold  thy  drowsy  eyes, 

And  burst  the  heavy  chain  that  binds 
Thine  active  faculties. 

2  God's   guardian   shield  was  round  me 

spread, 
In  my  defenceless  sleep: 


FAMILY   WORSHIP.  399 

Let  him  have  all  my  waking  hours, 
Who  doth  my  slumbers  keep. 

8  Pardon,  0  God,  my  former  sloth, 
And  arm  my  soul  with  grace  'r 
As,  rising,  now  I  seal  my  vows 
To  prosecute  thy  ways. 

4  Bright  Sun  of  righteousness,  arise  ! 
Thy  radiant  beams  display, 
And  guide  my  dark,  bewilder'd  soul, 
To  everlasting  day. 


EVENING   HYMNS. 

527  S.  M. 

| HE  day  is  past  and  gone, 
The  ev'ning  shades  appear; 
0  may  we  all  remember  well, 
The  night  of  death  draws  near. 

2  We  lay  our  garments  by, 

Upon  our  beds  to  rest; 
So  death  will  soon  disrobe  us  all 
Of  what  we  here  possess. 

3  Lord,  keep  us  safe  this  night, 

Secure  from  all  our  fears, 
Beneath  the  shadow  of  thy   wings, 
Till  morning  light  appears. 

4  And  if  we  early  rise, 

And  view  th'  unweari'd  sun, 
May.  we  set  out  to  win  the  prize, 
And  after  glory  run. 

5  And  when  our  days  are  past, 

And  we  from  time  remove. 


400  FAMILY   WORSHIP. 

0  may  we  in  thy  bosom  rest, 
The  bosom  of  thy  love  ! 

52§  L.  M. 

1  |""1  LORY  to  thee,  my  God,  this  night, 
\M  For  all  the  blessings  of  the  light: 
Keep  me,  0  keep  me,  King  of  kings, 
Beneath  the  shadow  of  thy  wings. 

2  Forgive  me,  Lord,  for  thy  dear  Son, 
The  ill  which  I  this  day  have  done  ; 
That  with  the  world,  myself,  and  thee, 
I,  ere  I  sleep,  at  peace  may  be. 

8  Teach  me  to  live,  that  I  may  dread 
The  grave  as  little  as  my  bed ; 
Teach  me  to  die,  that  so  I  may 
Rise  glorious  at  the  judgment-day. 

4  0  let  my  soul  on  thee  repose, 

And  may  sweet  sleep  mine  eyelids  close; 
Sleep,  which  shall  me  more  vig'rous  make, 
To  serve  my  God,  when  I  awake. 

5  Lord,  let  my  soul  forever  share 
The  bliss  of  thy  paternal  care  : 

'Tis  heaven  on  earth,  'tis  heaven  above, 
To  see  thy  face,  and  sing  thy  love. 

529  C.  M. 

1  "\TOW,  from  the  altar  of  our  hearts, 
X%    Let  warmest  thanks  arise  ; 
Assist  us,  Lord,  to  offer  up 

Our  evening  sacrifice. 

2  This  day,  God  was  our  sun  and  shield, 

Our  keeper,  and  our  guide ; 
His  care  was  on  our  weakness  shown, 
His  mercies  multiplied. 


FAMILY  WORSHIP.  401 

I  Minutes  and  mercies  multiplied, 
Have  made  up  all  this  day ; 
Minutes  came  quick,  but  mercies  were 
More  swift  and  free  than  they. 
4  New  time,  new  favors,  and  new  joys, 
Do  a  new  song  require  : 
Till  we  shall  praise  thee  as  we  would, 
Accept  our  hearts'  desire. 

530  C.  M. 

1  f\  LORD,  another  day  has  flown, 
\  /  And  we,  a  lonely  band, 

Are  met  once  more  before  thy  throne, 
To  bless  thy  fost'ring  hand. 

2  Thy  heavenly  grace  to  each  impart  ; 

All  evil  far  remove  ; 
And  shed  abroad  in  every  heart 
Thine  everlasting  love. 

3  Our  souls,  obedient  to  thy  sway, 

In  Christian  bonds  unite  : 
Let  peace  and  love  conclude  the  day, 
And  hail  the  morning  light. 

4  Thus  chasten'd,  cleansed,  entirely  thine, 

A  flock  by  Jesus  led, — 
The  sun  of  holiness  shall  shine 
In  glory  on  our  head. 

5  Then  thou  wilt  turn  our  wand'ring  feet, 

And  thou  wilt  bless  our  way, 
Till  worlds  shall  fade,  and  faith  shall  greet 
The  dawn  of  endless  day. 

531  L.  M. 

1  flTlHUS  far  the  Lord  hath  led  me  on, 
_|_    Thus  far  his  power  prolongs  my  days ; 
26 


402  FAMILY   WORSHIP. 

And  every  evening  shall  make  known 
Some  fresh  memorial  of  his  grace. 

2  Much  of  my  time  has  run  to  waste, 

And  I,  perhaps,  am  near  my  home  : 
But  he  forgives  my  follies  past, 

And   gives   me  strength  for   days  to 
come. 

3  I  lay  my  body  down  to  sleep, 

Peace  is  the  pillow  for  my  head  : 
While  well-appointed  angels  keep 

Their  watchful  stations  round  my  bed. 

4  Thus,  when  the  night  of  death  shall  come, 

My  flesh  shall  rest  beneath  the  ground, 
And  wait  the  voice  to  rouse  my  tomb, 
With  sweet  salvation  in  the  sound. 

532  S.  M. 

1  A  NOTHER  day  is  past, 
J\_  The  hours  forever  fled  ; 
And  time  is  bearing  me  away, 

To  mingle  with  the  dead. 

2  My  mind  in  perfect  peace 

My  Father's  care  shall  keep ; 

I  yield  to  gentle  slumber  now, 

For  thou  canst  never  sleep. 

3  How  blessed,  Lord,  are  they 

On  thee  securely  stay'd  ! 
They  shall  not  be  in  life  alarm' d, 
Nor  be  in  death  dismay'd. 

533  C.  M. 

1  T  ORD,  thou  wilt  hear  me  when  I  pray. 
JLi  I  am  forever  thine: 


FAMILY  WORSHIP.  403 

I  fear  before  thee  all  the  day, 
Nor  would  I  dare  to  sin. 

2  And  while  I  rest  my  weary  head, 
From  cares  and  business  free, 
'Tis  sweet  conversing  on  my  bed 
With  my  own  heart  and  thee. 

8  I  pay  this  evening  sacrifice ; 
And  when  my  work  is  done, 
Great  God,  my  faith,  my  hope  relies 
Upon  thy  grace  alone. 

4  Thus  with  my  thoughts  compos' d  to  peace? 
I'll  give  mine  eyes  to  sleep ; 
Thy  hand  in  safety  keeps  my  days, 
And  will  my  slumbers  keep. 

534  L.  M. 

1  "|"|"AST  thou,  my  soul  !  improved  each 
JO.         power, 

With  zeal,  this  day,  for  God  and  man ; 

Hath  diligence  marked  every  hour, 

As  though  this  day  might  close  the  span  ? 

2  Oh !  if  another  op'ning  morn 

On  earth,  should  never  smile  on  thee, 
Wert  thou  to  meet  another  dawn 
In  yon  unknown  eternity— 

3  Shouldst  thou  with  grief  review  this  daVj 
And  tremble  at  Jehovah's  rod  ? 

Or,  wouldst  thou  calmly  soar  away, 
To  welcome  an  approving  God  ? 

5B5  L.  M. 

1  "IV/fTY  God,  how  endless  is  thy  love  ! 
IxiL  Thy  gifts  are  every  evening  ne-tfj 


404  FAMILY  WORSHIP. 

And  morning  mercies  from  above, 
Gently  descend  like  early  dew. 

2  Thou  spread' st  the  curtains  of  the  night, 
Great  Guardian  of  my  sleeping  hours ; 
Thy  sov'reign  word  restores  the  light, 
And  quickens  all  my  drowsy  powers. 

S  I  yield  myself  to  thy  command ; 

To  thee  devote  my  nights  and  days  ; 
Perpetual  blessings,  from  thy  hand, 
Demand  perpetual  songs  of  praise. 

536  C.  M. 

1  "OEGONE,  my  worldly  cares  away, 

I  9  Nor  dare  to  tempt  my  sight ; 
Let  me  begin  th'  ensuing  day, 
Before  I  end  this  night. 

2  Yes,  let  the  work  of  pray'r  and  praise 

Employ  my  heart  and  tongue  : 
Begin,  my  soul,  thy  Sabbath-days 
Can  never  be  too  long. 

3  Let  the  past  mercies  of  the  week, 

Excite  a  grateful  frame ; 
Nor  let  my  tongue  refuse  to  speak 
Some  good  of  Jesus'  name. 

4  On  wings  of  expectation  borne, 

My  hopes  to  heaven  ascend  ; 
I  long  to  welcome  in  the  morn, 
With  thee  the  day  to  spend. 


TIME.  405 

TIME. 

537  4  6s.  &  2  8s. 

New-  Year. 

1  fy^HE  Lord  of  earth  and  sky, 

A    The  God  of  ages,  praise  ! 
Who  reigns  enthron'd  on  high, 

Ancient  of  endless  days ! 
Who  lengthens  out  our  trials  here, 
And  spares  us  yet  another  year. 

2  Barren  and  wither'd  trees, 

We  cumber' d  long  the  ground  ! 
No  fruit  of  holiness 

On  our  dead  souls  was  found; 
Yet  doth  he  us  in  mercy  spare, 
Another  and  another  year. 
8  When  justice  gave  the  word, 

To  cut  the  fig  tree  down, 
The  pity  of  the  Lord 

Cried,  "Let  it  still  alone  !" 
The  Father  mild  inclines  his  ear, 
And  spares  us  yet  another  year. 

4  Jesus,  thy  speaking  blood 

From  God  obtain' d  the  grace  ; 
Who  therefore  hath  bestow'd 

On  us  a  longer  space  ; 
Thou  didst  in  our  behalf  appear, 
And  lo  !  we  see  another  year ! 

5  Then  dig  about  the  root; 

Break  up  our  fallow  ground, 
*    And  let  our  gracious  fruit 

To  thy  great  praise  abound ; 


406  TIME. 

0  let  us  all  thy  grace  declare, 
And  fruit  unto  perfection  bear. 

53§  L.  M. 

1  p  REAT  God,  we  sing  that  mighty  hand 
VT  By  which  supported  still  we  stand : 
The  op'ning  year  thy  mercy  shows, 

Let  mercy  crown  it  till  it  close. 

2  By  day,  by  night,  at  home,  abroad, 
Still  we  are  guarded  by  our  God  ; 
By  his  incessant  bounty  fed, 

By  his  unerring  counsel  led. 

3  With  grateful  hearts  the  past  we  own ; 
The  future — all  to  us  unknown — 

We  to  thy  guardian  care  commit, 
And  peaceful  leave  before  thy  feet. 

4  In  scenes  exalted  or  depress'd, 

Be  thou  our  joy,  and  thou  our  rest; 
Thy  goodness  all  our  hopes  shall  raise, 
Ador'd  through  all  our  changing  days. 

5  When  death  shall  interrupt  our  songs, 
And  seal  in  silence  mortal  tongues, 
We'll  rise  to  sing  thy  praise  above ; 
And  glory  in  thy  boundless  love. 

539  C.  M. 

1    CI  ING  to  the  great  Jehovah's  praise  ! 
KJ  All  praise  to  him  belongs, 
Who  kindly  lengthens  out  our  days, 

Demands  our  choicest  songs  : 
His  providence  has  brought  us  through 

Another  various  year ; 
Wre  all  with  vows  and  anthems  new 

Before  our  God  appear. 


TIME.  407 

2  Father,  thy  mercies  past  we  own, 

Thy  still  continu'd  care : 
To  thee  presenting,  through  thy  Son, 

Whate'er  we  have  or  are  : 
Our  lips  and  lives  shall  gladly  show 

The  wonders  of  thy  love, 
While  on  in  Jesus'  steps  we  go 

To  seek  thy  face  above. 

8  Our  residue  of  days  or  hours, 

Thine,  wholly  thine,  shall  be  ; 
And  all  our  consecrated  powers, 

A  sacrifice  to  thee  ; 
Till  Jesus  in  the  clouds  appear, 

To  saints  on  earth  forgiven, 
And  bring  the  grand  Sabbatic  year, 

The  jubilee  of  heaven. 

54©  C.  M. 

Reflections  at  the  end  of  the  year. 

1  A  ND  now,  my  soul,  another  year 
_OL  Of  thy  short  life  is  past; 

I  cannot  long  continue  here, 
And  this  may  be  my  last. 

2  Much  of  my  fleeting  life  is  gone, 

Nor  will  return  again  ; 
And  swift  my  passing  moments  run, 
The  few  that  yet  remain. 

3  Awake,  my  soul ;  with  utmost  care 

Thy  true  condition  learn  ; 
What  are  thy  hopes? — how  sure,  how  fair? 
What  is  thy  great  concern? 

4  Behold,  another  year  begins  ; 

Set  out  afresh  for  heaven  ; 


408  TIME. 

Seek  pardon  for  thy  former  sinsr 

In  Christ  so  freely  given. 
5  Devoutly  yield  thyself  to  God, 

And  on  his  grace  depend ; 
With  zeal  pursue  the  heavenly  roadj 

Nor  doubt  a  happy  end. 

541  L.  M. 

1  |T\II  time,  how  few  thy  value  weigh, 
\Jr  How  few  will  estimate  a  day  ! 
Days,  months,  and  years,  are  rolling  on,. 
The  soul  neglected  and  undone  ! 

2  In  painful  cares,  or  empty  joys,. 
Our  life  its  precious  hours  destroys : 
While  death  stands  watching  at  our  side. 
Eager  to  stop  the  living  tide. 

3  Was  it  for  this,  ye  mortal  race, 
Your  Maker  gave  you  here  a  place  ? 
Was  it  for  this  his  thought  design' d, 
The  frame  of  your  immortal  mind  ?. 

4  For  nobler  cares,  for  joys  sublime, 
He  fashion'd  all  the  sons  of  time  ; 
Then  let  us  every  day  give  heed, 
To  God,  ourselves  and  time  to  yield. 

542  C.  M. 

1  njnjHE  time  is  short !  the  season  neaa, 

B     When  death  will  us  remove* 
To  leave  our  friends,  however  dear, 
And  all  we  fondly  love. 

2  The  time  is  short  I  sinners  beware, 

Nor  trifle  time  away  ; 
The  word  of  your  salvation  hear. 
While  it  is  call'd  .to-day. 


TIME.  4i>y 

3  The  time  is  short !  ye  rebels  now 

To  Christ,  the  Lord,  submit; 
To  mercy's  golden  sceptre  bow, 
And  fall  at  Jesus'  feet. 

4  The  time  is  short !  ye  saints  rejoice, 

The  Lord  will  quickly  come, 
Soon  shall  you  hear  the  Bridegroom's  voice, 
To  call  you  to  your  home. 

5  The  time  is  short  f  it  swiftly  flies — 

The  hour  is  just  at  hand, 
When  we  shall  mount  above  the  skies', 
And  reach  the  wish'd-for  land. 

6  The  time  is  short !  the  moment  near, 

When  we  shall  dwell  above; 
And  be  forever  happy  there, 
With  Jesus,  whom  we  love. 

543  L.  M. 


L 


The  time  t'  insure  the  great  reward  j 
And  while  the  lamp  holds  out  to  burn, 
0  hasten,  sinner,  to  return. 

2  Life  is  the  hour  that  God  hath  given, 
To  'scape  from  hell,  and  fly  to  heaven; 
The  day  of  .grace  when  mortals  may 
Secure  the  blessing  of  the  day. 

3  The  living  know  that  they  must  die, 
Beneath  the  clods  their  dust  must  lie  j 
They  have  no  share  in  all  that's  done 
Beneath  the  circle  of  the  sun. 

4  Then  what  my  thoughts  design  to  do, 
My  hands  with  all  your  might  pursue  t 


410  TIME. 

Since  no  device  or  work  is  found, 
Nor  faith,  nor  hope,  beneath  the  ground. 
5  There  are  no  acts  of  pardon  pass'd, 
In  the  cold  grave  to  which  we  haste ; 
0  may  we  all  improve  the  grace, 
And  see  with  joy  His  glorious  face. 

544  P.  M. 

1   ^lOME,  let  us  anew  our  journey  pursue 


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Roll  round  with  the  year, 
And  never  stand  still  till  the  Master 


pear 


His  adorable  will  let  us  gladly  fulfill, 

And  our  talents  improve,  [love. 

By  the  patience  of  hope,  and  the  labor  of 

2  Our  life,  as  a  dream  ;  our  time,  as  a  stream, 

Glides  swiftly  away; 
And  the  fugitive  moment  refuses  to  stay, 
The  arrow  is  flown,  the  moment  is  gone ; 

The  millennial  year 
Bushes  on  to  our  view,  and  eternity's  here. 

3  0  that  each,  in  the  day  of  his  coming,  may 

"I  have  fought  my  way  through  ;    [say, 
I  have  finish' d  the  work  thou  didst  give 

me  to  do !" 

0  that  each  from  his  Lord  m*ay  receive  the 

glad  word, 

"Well  and  faithfully  done  ! 

Enter  into  my  joy,  and  sit  down  on  my 

throne." 

545  C.  M. 

1  PTHHEE  we  adore,  eternal  Name ! 
_l_    And  humbly  own  to  thee, 


TIME.  411 

How  feeble  is  our  mortal  frame, 
What  dying  worms  are  we  ! 

2  Our  wasting  lives  grow  shorter  still, 

As  days  and  months  increase : 
And  every  beating  pulse  we  tell, 
Leaves  but  the  number  less. 

3  The  year  rolls  round  and  steals  away 

The  breath  that  first  it  gave  : 

Whate'er  we  do,  where'er  we  be, 

We're  trav'ling  to  the  grave. 

4  Dangers  stand  thick  through  all  the 

To  push  us  to  the  tomb ;  [ground, 

And  fierce  diseases  wait  around, 
To  hurry  mortals  home. 

5  Great  God  !  on  what  a  slender  thread 

Hang  everlasting  things  ! 
Th'  eternal  states  of  all  the  dead 
Upon  life's  feeble  strings. 

6  Infinite  joy,  or  endless  woe, 

Attends  on  every  breath ; 
And  yet  how  unconcern'd  we  go 
Upon  the  brink  of  death  ! 

7  Waken,  0  Lord,  our  drowsy  sense 

To  walk  this  dang'rous  road; 
And  if  our  souls  are  hurried  hence, 
May  they  be  found  with  God  ! 

546  L.  M. 

The  wisdom  of  redeeming  time. 

1    |^  OD  of  eternity,  from  thee 

I3T  Did  infant  time  its  being  draw ; 
Moments,  and  days,  and  months,  &  years, 
Revolve  by  thine  unvari'd  law. 


412  TIME. 

2  Silent  and  slow  they  glide  away ; 
Steady  and  strong  the  current  flows  ; 
Lost  in  eternity's  wide  sea — 

The  boundless  gulf  from  whence  it  rose. 

3  With  it  the  thoughtless  sons  of  men, 
Along  the  rapid  stream  are  borne 
On  to  that  everlasting  home, 
Whence  not  one  soul  can  e'er  return. 

4  Yet,  while  the  shore  on  either  side 
Presents  a  gaudy,  flatt'ring  show, 
We  gaze,  in<&nd  amazement  lost, 
Nor  think  to  what  a  world  we  go. 

5  Great  source  of  wisdom !  teach  my  heart 
To  know  the  price  of  every  hour, 

That  time  may  bear  me  on  to  joys 
Beyond  its  measure,  and  its  power. 

547  L.  M. 

1  A   T  every  moment  of  our  breath, 

_£X  ^ife  trembles  on  the  brink  of  death, 
A  taper's  flame  that  upward  turns, 
While  downward  to  the  dust  it  burns. 

2  A  moment  usher' d  us  to  birth, 
Heirs  of  the  commonwealth  of  earth ; 
Moment  by  moment,  years  are  past, 
And  one,  ere  long,  will  be  our  last. 

8  'Twixt  that  long  field  which  gave  us  light, 
And  that  which  soon  shall  end  in  night, 
There  is  a  point  no  eye  can  see, 
Yet  on  it  hangs  eternity. 

4  This  is  that  moment — who  shall  tell, 
Whether  it  leads  to  heaven  or  hell, 


DEATH  AND  FUNERALS.         413 

This  is  that  moment — as  we  choose, 
The  immortal  soul  we  save  or  lose. 
5  Time  past  and  time  to  come  are  not, 
Time  present  is  our  only  lot ; 
0  God !  henceforth  our  hearts  incline 
To  seek  no  other  love  than  thine. 


DEATH  AND  FUNERALS. 

548  L.  M. 

1  "OTTHY  should  we  start,  and  fear  to  die  ? 

f  T     What  tim'rous  worms  we  mortals 
Death  is  the  gate  to  endless  joy,         [are  ! 
And  yet  we  dread  to  enter  there. 

2  The  pains,  the  groans,  the  dying  strife, 

Fright  our  approaching  souls  away ; 
And  we  shrink  hack  again  to  life, 
Fond  of  our  prison  and  our  clay. 
8  0,  would  my  Lord  his  servant  meet, 
My  soul   would  stretch  her  wings  in 
haste, 
Fly  fearless  through  death's  iron  gate, 
Nor  feel  the  terrors  as  she  pass'd! 
4  Jesus  can  make  a  dying  bed 

Feel  soft  as  downy  pillows  are, 
While  on  his  breast  I  lean  my  head, 
And  breathe  my  life  out  sweetly  there. 

549  S.  M. 
First  Part. 

1     A  ND  am  I  born  to  die  ? 
XJl  To  lay  this  body  down  ? 
And  must  my  trembling  spirit  fly 
Into  a  world  unknown  ? 


414         DEATH  AND   FUNERALS. 

2  A  land  of  deepest  shade, 

Unpierc'd  by  human  thought  5 
The  dreary  regions  of  the  dead, 
Where  all  things  are  forgot ! 

3  Soon  as  from  earth  I  go, 

What  will  become  of  me  ? 
Eternal  happiness  or  woe 
Must  then  my  portion  be. 

4  Waked  by  the  trumpet's  sound, 

I  from  my  grave  shall  rise, 
And  see  the  Judge  with  glory  crown' d, 
And  see  the  flaming  skies  ! 

5  How  shall  I  leave  my  tomb — 

With  triumph  or  regret  ? 
A  fearful  or  a  joyful  doom, 
A  curse  or  blessing,  meet  ? 

6  Will  angel  bands  convey 

Their  brother  to  the  bar  ? 
Or  devils  drag  my  soul  away, 
To  meet  its  sentence  there  ? 

7  Who  can  resolve  the  doubt 

That  tears  my  anxious  breast  ? 
Shall  I  be  with  the  damn'd  cast  out, 
Or  numbered  with  the  blest  ? 

8  I  must  from  God  be  driven, 

Or  with  my  Saviour  dwell ; 
Must  come  at  his  command  to  heaven, 
Or  else — depart  to  hell  I 

55©  S.  M. 


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Second  Part. 
THOU  that  wouldst  not  have 
One  wretched  sinner  die  } 


DEATH   AND   FUNERALS.  415 

Who  diedst  thyself,  my  soul  to  save 
From  endless  misery : — 

2  Show  me  the  way  to  shun 

Thy  dreadful  wrath  severe ; 
That  when  thou  comest  on  thy  throne, 
I  may  with  joy  appear. 

3  Thou  art  thyself  the  Way, 

Thyself  in  me  reveal  ; 
So  shall  I  spend  my  life's  short  day, 
Obedient  to  thy  will.  ( 

4  So  shall  I  love  my  God, 

Because  he  first  loved  me ; 
And  praise  thee  in  thy  bright  abode, 
To  all  eternity. 
551  S.  M. 

1  A  ND  must  this  body  die — 

J\.  This  well-wrought  frame  decay  ? 
And  must  these  active  limbs  of  mine 
Lie  mould'ring  in  the  clay  ? 

2  Corruption,  earth,  and  worms, 

Shall  but  refine  this  flesh, 
Till  my  triumphant  spirit  comes 
To  put  it  on  afresh. 

8  God  my  Redeemer  lives, 
And  ever  from  the  skies 
Looks  down,  and  watches  all  my  dust, 
Till  he  shall  bid  it  rise. 

4  Array' d  in  glorious  grace 

Shall  these  vile  bodies  shine, 
And  every  shape,  and  every  face, 
Be  heavenly  and  divine. 


416    DEATH  AND  FUNERALS. 

5  These  lively  hopes  we  owe, 

Lord,  to  thy  dying  love: 
0  may  we  bless  thy  grace  below, 
And  sing  thy  grace  above  1 

6  Saviour,  accept  the  praise 

Of  these  our  humble  songs, 
Till  tunes  of  nobler  sounds  we  raise 
With  our  immortal  tongues. 

552  8  lines  8s.  &  7s. 

1  fj|"APPY  soul,  thy  days  are  ending, 
JO.  All  thy  mourning  days  below  ; 
Go,  the  angel  guards  attending, 

To  the  sight  of  Jesus  go. 
Waiting  to  receive  thy  spirit, 

Lo  !  thy  Saviour  stands  above  ; 
Shows  the  purchase  of  his  merit, 

Reaches  out  the  crown  of  love. 

2  Struggle  through  thy  latest  passion, 

To  thy  great  Redeemer's  breast ; 
To  his  uttermost  salvation, 

To  his  everlasting  rest. 
For  the  joy  he  sets  before  thee, 

Bear  a  momentary  pain  ; 
Die,  to  live  a  life  of  glory  : 

Suffer,  with  thy  Lord  to  reign. 

553  C.  M. 

ND  let  this  feeble  body  fail, 
And  let  it  faint  or  die  ; 
My  soul  shall  quit  the  mournful  vale, 

And  soar  to  worlds  on  high: 
Shall  join  the  disembodied  saints, 
And  find  its  long-sought  rest, — ■ 


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DEATH  AND   FUNERALS.         417 

•    That  only  bliss  for  which  it.  pants, 
In  the  Redeemer's  breast. 

fi  In  hope  of  that  immortal  crown 

I  now  the  cross  sustain, 
And,  gladly  wander  up  and  down, 

And  smile  at  toil  and  pain  : 
I  suffer  on  my  threescore  years, 

Till  my  Deliv'rer  come, 
And  wipe  away  his  servant's  tears, 

And  take  his  exile  home. 

3  0  what  hath  Jesus  bought  for  me  ! 

Before  my  ravish' d  eyes 
Rivers  of  life  divine  I  see, 

And  trees  of  Paradise  ! 
I  see  a  world  of  spirits  bright, 

Who  taste  the  pleasures  there  ! 
They  all  are  robed  in  spotless  white, 

And  conqu'ring  palms  they  bear. 

4  0  what  are  all  my  suff'rings  here, 

If,  Lord,  thou  count  me  meet, 
With  that  enraptur'd  host  t'  appear, 

And  worship  at  thy  feet ! 
•Give  joy  or  grief,  give  ease  or  pain, 

Take  life  or  friends  away : 
But  lot  me  find  them  all  again 

In  that  eternal  day. 

$54  L.  M. 

The  end  of  that  man  is  peace. 

I  "O"0W  blest  the  righteous  when  he  dies! 
ill  When  sinks  a  weary  soul  to  rest ! 
How  mildly  beam  the  closing  eyes ! 

How  gently  heaves  th'  expiring  breast ! 

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418         DEATH   AND   FUNERALS. 

2  So  fades  a  summer  cloud  away  ; 

So  sinks  the  gale  when  storms  are  o'er; 
So  gently  shuts  the  eye  of  day ; 
So  dies  a  ware  along  the  shore. 

3  A  holy  quiet  reigns  around, — 

A  calm  which  life  nor  death  destroys  ; 
And  naught  disturbs  that  peace  profound 
Which  his  unfetter'd  soul  enjoys. 

4  Farewell,  conflicting  hopes  and  fears, 

Where  lights  &  shades  alternate  dwell ! 
How  bright  th'  unchanging  morn  appears! 
Farewell,  inconstant  world,  farewell ! 

5  Life's  labor  done,  as  sinks  the  clay, — ■ 

Light  from  its  load  the  spirit  flies, 
While  heaven  and  earth  combine  to  say, — 
How  blest  the  righteous  when  he  dies  I 

555  C  M. 

1  T^EW  are  thy  days,  and  full  of  woe, 
JD    0  man,  of  woman  born  ! 

Thy  doom  is  written,  "Dust  thou  art, 
To  dust  thou  shalt  return." 

2  Behold  the  emblem  of  thy  state 

In  flowers  that  bloom  and  die, 
Or  in  the  shadow's  fleeting  form 
That  mocks  the  gazer's  eye. 

3  Determined  are  the  days  that  fly 

Successive  o'er  thy  head; 
The  number'd  hour  is  on  the  wing 
That  lays  thee  with  the  dead. 

4  Great  God  !  aftlict  not  in  thy  wrath 

The  short  allotted  span, 


DEATH   AND   FUNERALS.  419 

That  bounds  the  few  and  weary  days 
Of  pilgrimage  to  man. 

556  C.  M. 

1  "F|EATH!  'tis  a  melancholy  day 
JLk   To  those  that  have  no  God  ; 
When  the  poor  soul  is  forced  away 

To  seek  her  last  abode. 

2  In  vain  to  heaven  she  lifts  her  eyes, 

But  guilt,  a  heavy  chain, 
Still  drags  her  downward  from  the  skies 
To  darkness,  fire,  and  pain. 

3  Awake  and  mourn,  ye  heirs  of  hell, 

Let  stubborn  sinners  fear; 
Ye  must  be  driv'n  from  earth,  and  dwell 
A  long  forever  there. 

4  See  how  the  pit  gapes  wide  for  you, 

And  flashes  in  your  face  ; 
And  thou,  my  soul,  look  downward  too, 
And  sing  recov'ring  grace. 

5  He  is  a  God  of  sov'reign  love, 

That  promised  heaven  to  me, 
|  And  taught  my  thoughts  to  soar  above, 
Where  happy  spirits  be. 

6  Prepare  me,  Lord,  for  thy  right  hand, 

Then  come  the  joyful  day; 
Come,  death,  and  some  celestial  band, 
To  bear  my  soul  away. 

557  6  lines  7s.  &  8s. 

1  ~¥TITAL  spark  of  heavenly  flame, 
V     Quit,  0  quit  this  mortal  frame, 
Trembling,  hoping,  ling'ring,  flying, 
Oh  the  pain,  the  bliss  of  dying ! 


420         DEATH  AND   FUNERALS. 

Cease,  fond  nature,  cease  thy  strife, 
And  let  me  languish  into  life. 

2  Hark  !  they  whisper — angels  say, 
"Sister  spirit,  come  away  !" 
What  is  this  absorbs  me  quite, 
Steals  my  senses,  shuts  my  sight, 
Drowns  my  spirits,  draws  my  breath  ? — 
Tell  me,  my  soul — can  this  be  death  ? 

3  The  world  recedes — it  disappears — 
Heaven  opens  on  my  eyes ! — my  ears 
With  sounds  seraphic  ring  ! 

Lend,  lend  your  wings  :  I  mount !  I  fly ! 
0  grave,  where  is  thy  victory  ? 
0  death,  where  is  thy  sting  ? 

558  C.  M. 

1  TTTHY  do  we  mourn  for  dying  friends, 

VV    Or  shake  at  death's  alarms? 
'Tis  ljut  the  voice  that  Jesus  sends, 
To  call  them  to  his  arms. 

2  Are  we  not  tending  upward  too, 

As  fast  as  time  can  move  ? 
Nor  should  we  wish  the  hours  more  slow. 
To  keep  us  from  our  love. 

3  Why  should  we  tremble  to  convey 

Their  bodies  to  the  tomb  ? 
There  once  the  flesh  of  Jesus  lay, 
And  left  a  long  perfume. 

4  The  graves  of  all  his  saints  he  blest, 

And  soften'd  every  bed: 
Where  should  the  dying  members  rest, 
But  with  their  dying  Head  ? 


DEATH   AND   FUNERALS.  <\ 

5  Thence  he  arose,  ascending  high, 

And  show'd  our  feet  the  way, 
Up  to  the  Lord  our  flesh  shall  fly, 
At  the  great  rising  day. 

6  Then  let  the  last,  loud  trumpet  sound, 

And  bid  our  kindred  rise  : — 
Awake,  ye  nations  under  ground ; 
Ye  saints,  ascend  the  skies. 

559  C.  M. 

1  TTARK!    from   the   tombs   a   doleful 
J.  JL  sound ! 

My  ears,  attend  the  cry — 
"Ye  living  men,  come  view  the  ground 
"Where  you  must  shortly  lie. 

2  "Princes,  this  clay  must  be  your  bed, 

In  spite  of  all  your  towers : 
The  tall,  the  wise,  the  rev'rend  head, 
Shall  lie  as  low  as  ours." 

8  Great  God  !  is  this  our  certain  doom  ? 
And  are  we  still  secure  ? 
Still  walking  downward  to  the  tomb, 
And  yet  prepar'd  no  more  ? 

4  Grant  us  the  power  of  quick'ning  grace, 
To  fit  our  souls  to  fly ; 
Then,  when  we  drop  this  dying  flesh, 
We'll  rise  above  the  sky. 

560  L.  M. 

1  "TTE  mourners  who,  in  silent  gloom, 
JL    Bear  your  dear  kindred  to  the  tomb 
Grudge  not  when  Christians  go  to  rest, 
They  sleep  in  Jesus,   and  are  blest. 


422         DEATH   AND   FUNERALS. 

2  Call  then  to  mind  their  faith,  their  love, 
Their  meetness  for  the  realms  above  ; 
And  if  to  heaven  a  saint  is  fled, 

Oh  mourn  the  living,  not  the  dead. 

3  Weep  o'er  the  thousands  that  remain, 
Deep  sunk  in  sin,  or  rack'd  with  pain; 
Mourn  your  own  crimes  &  wicked  ways, 
And  learn  to  number  all  your  days. 

561  L.  M. 

1  TTNVAIL  thy  bosom,  faithful  tomb  ; 

vJ    Take  this  new  treasure  to  thy  trust  ; 
And  give  these  sacred  relics  room, 
To  seek  a  slumber  in  the  dust. 

2  Nor  pain,  nor  grief,  nor  anxious  fear 
Invade  thy  bounds :  no  mortal  woes 
Can  reach  the  peaceful  sleeper  here, 
While  angels  watch  the  soft  repose. 

3  So  Jesus  slept ;-God's  own  dear  Son  [bed! 
Pass'd  through  the  grave,  and  bless:d  the 
Rest  here,  blest  saint,  till  from  his  throne 
The  morning  break,  and  pierce  the  shade. 

4  Break  from  his  throne,  illustrious  morn ; 
Attend,  0  earth  I  his  sov'reign  word  ; 
Restore  thy  trust — a  glorious  form — 
Call'd  to  ascend  and  meet  the  Lord. 

562  L.  M. 

1  npHE  grave  is  now  a  favored  spot, 

_I_    To  saints  who  sleep,  in  Jesus  bless'd; 
For  there  the  wicked  trouble  not, 
And  there  the  weary  are  at  rest. 

2  At  rest  in  Jesus'  faithful  arms; 
At  rest  as  in  a  peaceful  bed ; 


DEATH  AND   FUNERALS.  423 

Secure  from  all  the  dreadful  storms, 
Which  round  this  sinful  world  are  spread. 

3  Thrice  happy  souls  who  're  gone  before 
To  that  inheritance  divine  ! 

They  labor,  sorrow,  sigh  no  more, 
But  bright  in  endless  glory  shine. 

4  Then  let  our  mournful  tears  be  dry, 
Or  in  a  gentle  measure  flow ; 

"We  hail  them  happy  in  the  sky, 
And  joyful  wait  our  call  to  go. 

563  C.  M. 

1  ~1*7*HILE  to  the  grave  our  friends  are 

V  V     Around  their  cold  remains   [borne, 
How  all  their  tender  passions  mourn, 
And  each  fond  heart  complains. 

2  But  down  to  earth,  alas,  in  vain 

We  bend  our  weeping  eyes  ; 
Ah,  let  us  leave  these  seats  of  pain, 
And  upward  learn  to  rise. 

3  Jesus,  who  left  his  bless'd  abode, 

(Amazing  grace!)  to  die, 
Mark'd,  when  he  rose,  the  shining  road 
To  his  bright  courts  on  high. 

4  To  those  bright  courts  when  hope  ascends, 

The  tears  forget  to  flow ; 
Hope  views  our  absent,  happy  friends, 
And  calms  the  swelling  woe. 

5  Then  let  our  hearts  repine  no  more, 

That  earthly  comfort  dies  ; 

But  lasting  happiness  explore, 

And  ask  it  from  the  skies. 


424    DEATH  AND  EUNERALS* 

564  C.  M. 

|HY  life  I  read,  my  graeious  LorcL 


T 


With  transports  all  divine  ; 
Thine  image  trace  in  every  word, 
Thy  love  in  every  line.    . 

2  Methinks  I  see  a  thousand  charms 

Spread  o'er  thy  lovely  face, 
While  infants  in  thy  tender  drms 
Receive  the  smiling  grace. 

3  "I  take  these  little  lambs,"  said  he, 

"And  lay  them  in  my  breast ; 
Protection  they  shall  find  in  me, 
In  me  be  ever  blest. 

4  "Death  may  the  bands  of  life  unloose, 

But  can't  dissolve  my  love : 
Millions  of  infant  souls  compose 
The  family  above. 

5  "Their  feeble  frames  my  power  shall  raise? 

And  mould  with  heavenly  skill ; 
I'll  give  them  tongues  to  sing  my  praise. 
And  hands  to  do  my  will." 

6  His  words  the  happy  parents  hear, 

And  shout  with  joys  divine, — 
0  Saviour,  all  we  have  and  are, 
Shall  be  forever  thine. 

565  C.  M. 

1  AN  early  summons  Jesus  sends, 
_/jL  To  call  a  child  above  : 

And  whispers  to  the  weeping  friends; 
'Tis  all  the  fruit  of  love. 

2  To  save  the  darling  child  from  woe. 

And  guard  it  from  all  harms, 


DEATH   AND   FUNERALS.  425 

From  all  the  griefs  you  feel  below, 
I  call'd  it  to  my  arms. 

3  Ah,  do  not  rashly  with  me  strive, 

Nor  vainly  fast  or  weep  ; 
The  child,  though  dead,  is  yet  alive, 
And  only  fall'n  asleep. 

4  'Tis  on  the  Saviour's  bosom  laid, 

And  feels  no  sorrow  there  ; 
'Tis  by  a  heavenly  parent  fed, 
And  needs  no  more  your  care. 

5  To  you  the  child  was  only  lent, 

While  mortal  it  was  thine ; 
But  now  in  robes  immortal  pent, 
It  lives  for  ever  mine. 

566  C.  M. 

1  "VW7HEN   blooming   youth   is   snatch7  d 

▼  T     By  death's  resistless  hand,     [away 
Our  hearts  the  mournful  tribute  pay,] 
Which  pity  must  demand. 

2  While  pity  prompts  the  rising  sigh, 

0  may  this  truth,  imprest 
With  awful  power — I  too  must  die, 
Sink  deep  in  every  breast. 

3  Let  this  vain  world  engage  no  more, 

Behold  the  gaping  tomb ; 
It  bids  us  seize  the  present  hour, 
To-morrow  death  may  come. 

4  The  voice  of  this  alarming  seene 

May  every  heart  obey ; 
Nor  be  the  heavenly  warning  vain, 
Which  calls  to  watch  and  pray. 


426         DEATH   AND   FUNERALS. 

5  0  let  us  fly,  to  Jesus  fly, 

Whose  powerful  arm  can  save ; 
Then  shall  our  hopes  ascend  on  high, 
And  triumph  o'er  the  grave. 

6  Great  God,  thy  saving  grace  impart, 

With  cleansing,  healing  power ; 
This  only  can  prepare  the  heart, 
For  death's  surprising  hour. 

567  C.  M. 

Death  of  a  Child. 

1  nniHE  once  lov'd  form,  now  cold  &  dead, 

_t_    Each  mournful  thought  employs  : 
And  nature  weeps  her  comforts  fled, 
And  wither'd  all  her  joys. 

2  Hope  looks  beyond  the  hounds  of  time, 

When  what  we  now  deplore, 
Shall  rise  in  full,  immortal  prime, 
And  bloom  to  fade  no  more. 

3  Then  cease,  fond  nature,  cease  thy  tears ; 

Religion  points  on  high  ; 
There  everlasting  spring  appears, 
And  joys  which  cannot  die. 

568  L.  M. 

The   Christian1  s  parting  hour. 

1  TTOW  sweet  the  hour  of  closing  day, 
JLJL  When  all  is  peaceful  and  serene, 
And  when  the  sun,  with  cloudless  ray, 

Sheds  mellow  lustre  o'er  the  scene  ! 

2  Such  is  the  Christian's  parting  hour; 

So  peacefully  he  sinks  to  rest ; 


DEATH   AND   FUNERALS.  427 

When   faith,    endued   from  heaven  with 
power, 
Sustains  and  cheers  his  languid  breast. 

3  Mark  but  that  radiance  of  his  eye, 

That  smile  upon  his  wasted  cheek ; 
They  tell  us  of  his  glory  nigh, 

In  language  that  no  tongue  can  speak. 

4  A  beam  from  heaven  is  sent  to  cheer 

The  pilgrim  on  his  gloomy  road; 
And  angels  are  attending  near, 
To  bear  him  to  their  bright  abode. 

5  Who  would  not  wish  to  die  like  those 

Whom  God's  own   Spirit   deigns  to 
bless  ? 
To  sink  into  that  soft  repose, 

Then  wake  to  perfect  happiness  ? 

569  S.  M. 

Let  me  die  the  death  of  the  righteous. 

1  f\  FOR  the  death  of  those 
\J  Who  slumber  in  the  Lord ! 
0  be  like  theirs  my  last  repose, 

Like  theirs  my  last  reward. 

2  Their  bodies  in  the  ground, 

In  silent  hope,  may  lie, 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound 
Shall  call  them  to  the  sky. 

3  Their  ransom' d  spirits  soar, 

On  wings  of  faith  and  love, 

To  meet  the  Saviour  they  adore, 

And  reign  with  him  above. 


428         DEATH   AND   FUNERALS. 

4  0  for  the  death  of  those 
Who  slumber  in  the  Lord ! 
0  be  like  theirs  my  last  repose, 
Like  theirs  my  last  reward. 

57©  P.  M. 

Friends  separated  for  a  season. 

1  TTjlRIEND  after  friend  departs : 
JC  Who  hath  not  lost  a  friend  ? 
There  is  no  union  here  of  hearts 

That  finds  not  here  an  end : 
Were  this  frail  world  our  only  rest, 
Living  or  dying,  none  were  blest. 

2  Beyond  the  flight  of  time, 

Beyond  this  vail  of  death, 
There  surely  is  some  blessed  clime 

Where  life  is  not  a  breath, 
Nor  life's  affection  transient  fire, 
Whose  sparks  fly  upward  to  expire. 

3  There  is  a  world  above,' 

Where  parting  is  unknown  j 
A  whole  eternity  of  love, 

Form'd  for  the  good  alone: 
And  faith  beholds  the  dying  here 
Translated  to  that  happier  sphere. 

4  Thus  star  by  star  declines, 

Till  all  are  pass'd  away, 
As  morning  high  and  higher  shines. 

To  pure  and  perfect  day; 
Nor  sink  those  stars  in  empty  night, — 
They   hide   themselves  in   heaven's   own 
light. 


RESURRECTION.  429 

RESURRECTION. 

HI  C.  M. 

1  FT  OW  long  shall  death,  the  tyrant,  reign, 
JO.  And  triumph  o'er  the  just ; 

While  the  rich  blood  of  martyrs  slain, 
Lies  mingled  with  the  dust  ? 

2  Faith  sees  the  Lord  of  glory  come, 

And  flaming  guards  around  ; 
The  skies  divide  to  make  him  room, 
The  trumpet  shakes  the  ground. 

3  Faith  hears  the  voice,  "Ye  dead,  arise  I" 

And  lo !  the  graves  obey  ; 
And  waking  saints  with  joyful  eyes 
Salute  th'  expected  day. 

4  They  leave  the  dust,  and,  on  the  wing, 

Rise  to  the  midway  air ; 
In  shining  garments  meet  their  King, 
And  low  adore  him  there. 

5  0  may  our  humble  spirits  stand 

Among  them  cloth'd  in  white  ; 
The  meanest  place  at  his  right  hand 
,     Is  infinite  delight. 

6  How  will  our  joy  and  wonder  rise, 

When  our  returning  King 
Shall  bear  us  homeward  through  the  skies, 
On  love's  triumphant  wing. 

572  L.  M. 

Longing  for  the  resurrection. 

1  "\TO,  I'll  repine  at  death  no  more; 
jLl    But,, 


calm  and  cheerful,  will  resign, 


430  RESURRECTION. 

To  the  cold  dungeon  of  the  grave, 

These  dying,  with'ring  limbs  of  mine. 

2  Let  worms  devour  my  wasting  flesh, 

And  crumble  all  my  bones  to  dust; 
My  God  shall  raise  my  frame  anew 
At  the  revival  of  the  just. 

3  Break,  sacred  morning!  through  the  skies, 

And  usher  in  that  glorious  day : 
Come  quickly,  Lord !  cut  short  the  hours : 
Thy  ling' ring  wheels,  how  long  they  stay. 

4  Haste,  then,  upon  the  wings  of  love, 

Rouse  all  the  pious,  sleeping  clay, 
That  we  may  join  in  heav'nly  joys, 
And  sing  the  triumph  of  the  day. 

5T3  C.  M. 

1  Tl&THEN  the  last  trumpet's  awful  voice 

¥  ?     This  rending  earth  shall  shake, — 
When  op'ning   graves   shall  yield  their 
charge, 
And  dust  to  life  awake ; — 

2  Those  bodies,  that  corrupted  fell, 

Shall  incorrupt  arise; 
And  mortal  forms  shall  spring  to  life, 
Immortal  in  the  skies. 

3  Behold,  what  heavenly  prophets  sung, 

Is  now  at  last  fulfill' d — 
That  Death  should  yield  his  ancient  reign, 
And,  vanquish'd,  quit  the  field. 

4  Let  Faith  exalt  her  joyful  voice, 

And  now  in  triumph  sing : 
"0  Grave  1  where  is  thy  victory  ? 
"And  where,  0  Death  !  thy  sting  ? 


RESURRECTION.  431 

5  "Thy  sting  was  sin,  and  conscious  guilt ; 

"'Twas  this  that  armed  thy  dart; 
"The  law  gave  sin  its  strength,  and  force, 
"To  pierce  the  sinner's  heart. 

6  "But  God,  whose  name  he  ever  blest ! 

"Disarms  that  foe  we  dread  ; 
"And  makes  us  conqu'rors,  when  we  die, 
"Through  Christ  our  living  Head." 

7  (Then  steadfast  let  us  still  remain, 

Though  dangers  rise  around  ; 
And  in  the  work  prescribed  by  God, 
Yet  more  and  more  abound  : 

8  Assured  that,  though  we  labor  now, 

We  labor  not  in  vain  ; 
But  through  the  grace  of  heaven's   great 
Th'  eternal  crown  shall  gain.)      [Lord, 

5?4  8  lines  7s.  &  6s. 

1  TESTIS,  faithful  to  his  word, 
*I    Shall  with  a  shout  descend  : 

All  heaven's  host  their  glorious  Lord 

Shall  joyfully  attend. 
Christ  shall  come  with  dreadful  noise, 

Lightnings  swift,  and  thunders  loud ; 
With  the  great  archangel's  voice, 

And  with  the  trump  of  God. 

2  First  the  dead  in  Christ  shall  rise  ; 

Then  we  that  yet  remain, 
Shall  be  caught  up  to  the  skies, 

And  see  our  Lord  again. 
We  shall  meet  him  in  the  air  ; 

All  rapt  up  to  heaven  shall  be; 
Find,  and  love,  and  praise  him  there, 

To  all  eternity. 


432  RESURRECTION. 

3  Who  can  tell  the  happiness, 

This  glorious  hope  affords  ? 
Joy  unutter'd  we  possess 

In  these  reviving  words  : 
Happy  while  on  earth  we  breathe  ; 

Mightier  bliss  ordained  to  know : 
Trampling  down  sin,  hell,  and  death, 

To  the  third  heaven  we  go. 

575  P.  M.  6  lines  8s. 

In  my  flesh  shall  I  see  God, 

1  ~W  CALL  the  world's  Redeemer  mine; 

§    He  lives  who  died  for  me,  I  know, — 
Who  bought  my  soul  with  blood  divine : 

Jesus  shall  re-appear  below, — 
Stand  in  that  dreadful  day  unknown, 
And  fix  on  earth  his  heavenly  throne. 

2  Then  the  last  judgment-day  shall  come  ; 

And  though  the  worms  the  skin  devour, 
The  Judge  shall  call  me  from  the  tomb, 

Shall  bid  the  greedy  grave  restore, 
And  raise  this  individual  me, 
God  in  the  flesh,  my  God,  to  see. 

3  In  this  identic  body,  I, 

With  eyes  of  flesh  refined,  restored, 
Shall  see  that  self-same  Saviour  nigh, 

See  for  myself  my  smiling  Lord ; 
See  with  ineffable  delight, 
Nor  faint  to  bear  the  glorious  sight. 

4  Then  let  the  worms  demand  their  prey, 

The  greedy  grave  my  reins  consume ; 
With  joy  I  drop  my  mould'ring  clay, 
And  rest  till  my  Redeemer  come ; 


RESURRECTION.  433 

On  Christ  my  life,  in  death  rely, 
Secure  that  I  can  never  die. 

576  L.  M. 

Day  dawns  on  the  night  of  the  grave. 

1  CI  HALL  man,  0  God  of  light  and  life, 
io  Forever  moulder  in  the  grave  ? 
Canst  thou  forget  thy  glorious  "work, 

Thy  promise,  and  thy  power,  to  save  ? 

2  In  those  dark,  silent  realms  of  night 

Shall  peace  and  hope  no  more  arise  ? 
No  future  morning  light  the  tomb, 

Nor  day-star  gild  the  darksome  skies? 

3  Cease — cease,  ye  vain,  desponding  fears: 

When  Christ,  our  Lord,  from  darkness 
sprang, 
Death,  the  last  foe  was  captive  led,   [rang. 
And  heaven  with   praise  and  wonder 

4  Faith  sees  the  bright,  eternal  doors 

Unfold,  to  make  his  children  way  ; 
They  shall  be  clothed  with  endless  life, 
And  shine  in  everlasting  day. 

5  The  trump  shall  sound — the   dead  shall 

wake ; 
From   the   cold  tomb  the   slumb'rers 
spring ; 
Through  heaven,  with  joy,  their  myriads 
rise, 
And  hail  their  Saviour  and  their  King. 

577  P.  M.  8  lines  7s. 
Clothed  with  immortality. 


*S 


PIRIT,  leave  thy  house  of  clay ; 
Ling' ring  dust,  resign  thy  breath 

28 


434  RESURRECTION'. 

Spirit,  cast  thy  chains  away ; 

Dust,  be  thou  dissolved  in  death* : — 
Thus  the  mighty  Saviour  speaks, 

While  the  faithful  Christian  dies  j. 
Thus  the  bonds  of  life  he  breaks, 

And  the  ransom'd  captive  flies. 

2  Pris'ner,  long  detain' d  below, 

Pris'ner,  now  with  freedom  blest,. 
"Welcome  from  a  world  of  woe  ; 

Welcome  to  a  land  of  rest : — 
Thus  the  choir  of  angels  sing, 

As  they  bear  the  soul  on  high, 
While  with  hallelujahs  ring 

All  the  regions  of  the  sky. 

3  Grave,  the  guardian  of  our  dust, 

Grave,  the  treasury  of  the  skiesj 
Every  atom  of  thy  trust 

Rests  in  hope  again  to  rise : 
Hark!  the  judgment-trumpet  calls — 

Soul,  rebuild  thy  house  of  clay ; 
Immortality  thy  walls, 

And  eternity  thy  day. 

578  L.  M. 

Assurance  of  the  resurrection. 

1  "tf~HT7HAT  sinners  value,  I  resign  : 

f  T  Lord  !  'tis  enough  that  thou  art 
I  shall  behold  thy  blissful  face,  [mine  I 
And  stand  complete  in  righteousness. 

2  This  life's  a  dream,  an  empty  show; 
But  the  bright  world  to  which  I  go, 
Hath  joys  substantial  and  sincere : 
When  shall  I  wake  and  find  me  there  ? 


JUDGMENT.  435 

8  0  glorious  hour !  0  blest  abode  ! 
I  shall  be  near  and  like  my  God  ; 
And  flesh  and  sin  no  more  control 
The  sacred  pleasures  of  the  soul. 

4  My  flesh  shall  slumber  in  the  ground, 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound; 
Then  burst  the  chains  with  sweet  surprise, 
And  in  my  Saviour's  image  rise. 


JUDGMENT. 

579  P.  M. 

1  TTkAY  of  judgment, — day  of  wonders, 
JLJP  Hark  I  the  trumpet's  awful  sound, 
Louder  than  a  thousand  thunders, 

Shakes  the  vast  creation  round! 
How  the  summons 
Will  the  sinner's  heart  confound  ! 

2  See  the  Judge  our  nature  wearing, 

Cloth'd  in  majesty  divine  ! 
Ye  who  long  for  his  appearing, 

Then  shall  say,  uThis  God  is  mine  1" 
Gracious  Saviour! 
Own  me  in  that  day  for  thine ! 
8  At  his  call  the  dead  awaken, 

Rise  to  life  from  earth  and  sea  , 
All  the  powers  of  nature,  shaken 
By  his  looks,  prepare  to  flee : 
Careless  sinner ! 
"What  will  then  become  of  thee  ? 
4  Horrors,  past  imagination, 

Will  surprise  your  trembling  heart, 


436  JUDGMENT. 

When  you  hear  your  condemnation, 
"Hence,  accursed  wretch,  depart! 
Thou  with  Satan 
And  his  angels  hast  thy  part!" 
6  But  to  those  who  have  confessed, 
Lov'd,  and  serv'd  the  Lord  below, 
He  will  say,  "Come  near,  ye  blessed ! 
See  the  kingdom  I  bestow! 
You  for  ever, 
Shall  my  love  and  glory  know." 
6  Under  sorrows  and  reproaches, 

May  this  thought  our  courage  raise  ! 
Swiftly  God's  great  day  approaches, 
Sighs  shall  then  be  changed  to  praise  ! 
May  we  triumph, 
When  the  world  is  in  a  blaze  ! 
5§©  C.  M. 

1  A  ND  must  I  be  to  judgment  brought, 
Jj^  And  answer  in  that  day 

For  every  vain  and  idle  thought, 
And  every  word  I  say  ? 

2  Yes,  every  secret  of  my  heart 

Shall  shortly  be  made  known, 
And  I  receive  my  just  desert 

For  all  that  I  have  done. 
8  How  careful  then  ought  I  to  live ! 

With  what  religious  fear, 
Who  such  a  strict  account  must  give 

For  my  behaviour  here  ! 
4  Thou  awful  Judge  of  quick  and  dead, 

The  watchful  power  bestow  ; 
So  shall  I  to  my  ways  take  heed, 

To  all  I  speak  or  do. 


JUDGMENT.  437 

5  If  now  thou  standest  at  the  door, 

0  let  me  feel  thee  near  ! 

And  make  my  peace  with  God,  before 

1  at  thy  bar  appear. 

581  C.  M. 

1  FinHAT  awful  day  will  surely  come, 

JL    Th'  appointed  hour  makes  haste, 
When  I  must  stand  before  my  Judge, 
And  pass  the  solemn  test. 

2  Jesus,  thou  source  of  all  my  joys, 

Thou  ruler  of  my  heart, 
How  could  I  bear  to  hear  thy  voice, 
Pronounce  the  word,  "Depart  !" 

3  The  thunder  of  that  awful  word 

Would  so  torment  my  ear, 
'T would  tear  my  soul  asunder,  Lord, 
With  most  tormenting  fear. 

4  What,  to  be  banished  from  my  Lord, 

And  yet  forbid  to  die! 
To  linger  in  eternal  pain, 
And  death  for  ever  fly ! 

5  0  wretched  state  of  deep  despair, 

To  see  my  God  remove, 
And  fix  my  doleful  station  where 
I  must  no  taste  his  love ! 

5§2  8,  7,  &  4. 

1    1"  0  !  He  comes,  with  clouds  descending, 
M-J  Once  for  favor'd  sinners  slain  ; 
Thousand  thousand  saints,  attending, 
Swell  the  triumph  of  his  train  : 
Hallelujah ! 
Jesus  comes,  on  earth  to  reign. 


438  JUDGMENT. 

2  Every  eye  shall  now  behold  him, 

Robed  in  dreadful  majesty  ; 
Those  who  set  at  naught  and  sold  him, 

Pierc'd  and  nail'd  him  to  the  tree, 
Deeply  wailing — 
Shall  the  true  Messiah  see. 

3  Every  island,  sea,  and  mountain, 

Heaven  and  earth  shall  flee  away  ; 
All  who  hate  him  must,  confounded, 

Hear  the  trump  proclaim  the  day; 
Come  to  judgment ! 
Come  to  judgment !  come  away ! 

4  Yea,  Amen !  let  all  adore  thee, 

High  on  thine  eternal  throne  ! 
Saviour  !  take  the  power  and  glory ; 

Claim  the  kingdom  for  thine  own ! 
O  come  quickly — 
Hallelujah!  Come,  Lord,  come! 

5S3  P.  M. 

1  Q[EE  th'  Eternal  Judge  descending, 
k3   Seated  on  his  Father's  throne  , 
Now,  poor  sinner,  Christ  will  show  thee 

That  he's  with  the  Father  One  : 
Trumpets  call  thee, 
Stand  and  hear  the  awful  doom. 

2  Hear  the  sinner  now  lamenting, 

At  the  sight  of  fiercer  pain  ; 
Cries  and  tears  he  now  is  venting, 

But  he  weeps  and  cries  in  vain : 
Greatly  mourning, 
That  he  ne'er  was  born  again. 

3  Yonder  sits  my  slighted  Saviour, 

With  the  marks  of  dying  love: 


JUDGMENT.  439 

O  that  I  had  sought  his  favor, 
When  I  felt  his  Spirit  move  ! 
Doomed  I'm  justly, 
For  I  have  against  him  strove. 
4  All  his  wooing  I  have  slighted, 
While  he  daily  sought  my  soul, 
If  my  vows  to  him  I  plighted, 
Yet  for  sin  I  broke  them  all : 
Golden  moments, 
How  neglected  did  they  roll ! 
v5  There  I  see  my  godly  neighbors, 
Who  were  once  despised  by  me, 
Now  they're  clad  in  dazzling  splendor, 
Waiting  my  sad  fate  to  see ; 
Farewell  neighbors — 
Dismal  gulph,  I'm  bound  for  thee! 
■6  Hail!  ye  ghosts,  that  dwell  in  darkness, 
Groaning,  rattling  of  your  chains  ! 
Christ  has  now  denounced  my  sentence, 
I'm  to  dwell  in  endless  pains ; 
Down  I'm  rolling, 
Never  to  return  again. 
7  Now  experience  plainly  shows  me, 
He'll  is  not  a,  fabled  thing, 
Now  I  see  my  friends  in  glory, 
Round  the  throne  they  ever  sing, 
Fm  tormented 
With  an  everlasting  sting. 

384  P.  M. 

1  X  0 !  we  see  the  sign  appearing, 
XJ  Jesus  comes,  the  Judge  severe  ; 
Hell  is  trembling,  earth  is  quaking, 
Sinners  shriek  with  awful  fear : 


440  JUDGMENT. 

Come  to  judgment, 
Stand  your  awful  doom  to  hear. 

2  See  the  world  in  flames  is  burning, 

Hills  and  mountains  fly  away  ; 
Lo !  the  moon  and  stars  are  falling, 

Comets  blazing  through  the  sky ; 
Thunders  rolling, 
Sinners  now  for  help  they  cry. 

3  From  the  general  conflagration, 

Mount  the  righteous  up  on  high, 
Gain  the  hope  of  their  salvation, 

Live  with  God  no  more  to  die ; 
Hallelujah ! 
Glory  to  the  Lamb  they  cry. 

4  Stop,  my  soul,  look  back  and  wonder, 

See  the  wicked  left  behind, 
Hear  them  crying,  weeping,  wailing, 

For  a  moment's  ease  to  find; 
Doomed  to  sorrow, 
In  the  lake  of  hell  confin'd. 

5§5  L.  M. 

1TT|"E  comes!  He  comes!  the  Judge  severe ! 
JO.  The  seventh  trumpet  speaks  him  near ; 
His  lightnings  flash,  his  thunders  roll ; 
How  welcome  to  the  faithful  soul ! 

2  From  heaven  angelic  voices  sound ; 
See  the  almighty  Jesus  crowned  ! 
Girt  with  omnipotence  and  grace, 
And  glory  decks  the  Saviour's  face. 

3  Descending  on  his  great  white  throne, 
He  claims  the  kingdoms  for  his  own  ; 
The  kingdoms  all  obey  his  word, 
And  hail  him  their  triumphant  Lord ! 


JUDGMENT.  441 

4  Shout,  all  the  people  of  the  sky, 
And  all  the  saints  of  the  Most  High ; 
Our  Lord,  who  now  his  right  obtains, 
Forever  and  forever  reigns. 

5S6  L.  M. 

1  TBI  HE   great   archangel's    trump   shall 

_EL  sound, 

(While   twice   ten   thousand    thunders 
roar,) 
Tear  up  the  graves,  and  cleave  the  ground, 
And  make  the  greedy  sea  restore. 

2  The  greedy  sea  shall  yield  her  dead; 

The  earth  no  more  her.  slain  conceal ; 
Sinners  shall  lift  their  guilty  head, 
And  shrink  to  see  a  yawning  hell. 

3  But  we,  who  now  our  Lord  confess, 

And  faithful  to  the  end  endure, 

Shall  stand  in  Jesus'  righteousness  : 

Stand  as  the  Rock  of  Ages,  sure. 

4  We,  while  the  stars  from  heaven  shall  fall, 

And  mountains  are  on  mountains  hurled, 
Shall  stand  unmoved  amidst  them  all, 
And  smile  to  see  a  burning  world. 

5  The  earth  and  all  the  works  therein 

Dissolve,  by  raging  flames  destroyed; 
While  we  survey  the  awful  scene, 
And  mount  above  the  fiery  void. 

6  By  faith  we  now  transcend  the  skies, 

And  on  that  ruin'd  world  look  down : 
By  love  above  all  height  we  rise, 
And  share  the  everlasting  throne. 


442  JUDGMENT. 

o5§7  S.  M. 

1  rjnHOU  Judge  of  quick  and  dead, 

Jl    Before  whose  bar  severe, 

With  holy  joy,  or  guilty  dread, 

We  all  shall  soon  appear. 

2  Our  caution' d  souls  prepare 

For  that  tremendous  day, 
And  fill  us  now  with  watehful  care, 

And  stir  us  up  to  pray. 
§  To  pray  and  wait  the  hour, 

That  awful  hour  unknown, 
When,  robed  in  majesty  and  power, 

Thou  shalt  from  heaven  eome  down — 

4  Th'  immortal  Son  of  man, 

To  judge  the  human  race, 
With  all  thy  Father's  dazzling  train, 
With  all  thy  glorious  grace. 

5  To  damp  our  earthly  joys, 

T'  increase  our  gracious  fears, 
For  ever  let  th'  Archangel's  voice 
Be  sounding  in  our  ears  : 

6  The  solemn  midnight  cry, 

"Ye  dead,  the  Judge  is  come  ! 
Arise  and  meet  him  in  the  sky, 
And  meet  your  instant  doom  f 

7  0  may  we  ail  be  found 

Obedient  to  thy  word, 
Attentive  to  the  trumpet's  sound, 
And  looking  for  our  Lord! 

8  0  may  we  thus  ensure 

A  lot  among  the  blest: 
And  watch  a  moment  to  secure 
An  everlasting  rest 


JUDGMENT.  443 

58S  S.  M. 

1  A  ND  will  the  Judge  descend  ? 
J\_  And  must  the  dead  arise, 
And  not  a  single  soul  escape 

His  all-discerning  eyes  ? 

2  How  will  my  heart  endure 

The  terrors  of  that  day, 
"When  earth  and  heaven,  before  his  face, 
Astonished,  shrink  away  ? 

3  But  ere  that  trumpet  shakes 

The  mansions  of  the  dead, 
Hark!  from  the  Gospel's  cheering  sound 

What  joyful  tidings  spread  I 
Ye  sinners,  seek  his  grace, 

Whose  wrath  ye  cannot  bear  ; 
Fly  to  the  shelter  of  his  cross, 

And  find  salvation  there. 

So  shall  that  curse  remove, 

By  which  the  Saviour  bled ; 
And  the  last  awful  day  shall  pour 

His  blessings  on  your  head. 

589  C.  M 

The  dissolution  of  all  things. 


J 


ESUS  to  thy  dear  wounds  we  flee ; 
We  shelter  in  thy  side ; 
Assured  that  all  who  trust  in  thee, 
Shall  evermore  abide. 

Then  let  the  thund'ring  trumpet  sound; 

The  latest  lightnings  glare ; 
The  mountains  melt;  the  solid  ground 

Dissolve  as  liquid  air. 


444  JUDGMENT. 

3  The  huge  celestial  bodies  roll 

Amidst  the  gen'ral  fire  ; 
And  shrivel  as  a  parchment  scroll, 
And  all  in  smoke  expire: — 

4  Yet  still  the  Lord,  the  Saviour,  reigns, 

When  nature  is  destroyed  ; 
And  no  created  thing  remains 
Throughout  the  flaming  void. 

5  Sublime  on  his  eternal  throne, 

He  speaks  th'  almighty  word: 
His  fiat  is  obey'd :  'tis  done, 
And  paradise  restored. 

6  So  be  it ;  let  this  system  end ; 

This  ruinous  earth  and  skies  ; 
The  New  Jerusalem  descend, — 
The  new  creation  rise. 

7  Thy  power  omnipotent  assume  ; 

Thy  brightest  majesty ; 
And  when  thou  dost  in  glory  come, 
My  Lord,  remember  me. 

390  L.  M. 

Boohs  opened. 

1  II ETHINKS  the  last  great  day  is  come, 
J_Y  J.  Methinks  I  hear  the  trumpet  sound 
That  shakes  the  earth,  rends  ev'ry  tomb, 
And  wakes  the  pris'ners  under  ground. 

2  The  mighty  deep  gives  up  her  trust, 
Awed  by  the  Judge's  high  command  : 
Both  small  and  great  now  quit  their  dust, 
And  round  the  dread  tribunal  stand. 

3  Behold  the  awful  books  display'd, 
Big  with  th'  important  fates  of  men ; 


ETERNITY.  445 

Each  word  and  deed  now  public  made, 
Written  by  heaven's  unerring  pen. 
4  To  ev'ry  soul  the  books  assign 
The  joyous  or  the  dread  reward ; 
Sinners  in  vain  lament  and  pine : 
No  pleas  the  Judge  will  here  regard. 
Lord,  when  these  awful  leaves  unfold, 
May  life's  fair  book  my  soul  approve  5 
There  may  I  read  my  name  enroll' d, 
And  triumph  in  redeeming  love. 


ETERNITY. 

591  L.  M. 

1  "¥?<  TERNITY !  stupendous  theme ! 

JCi   Compared  herewith   our  life's  a 
dream : 

Eternity  !  0  awful  sound, 

A   deep,    where  all  our  thoughts  are 
drown'd ! 

Eternity  !  the  dread  abode 

And  habitation  of  our  God ; 

His  glory  fills  the  vast  expanse, 

Beyond  the  reach  of  mortal  sense. 
8  But  an  eternity  there  is 

Of  dreadful  woe,  or  joyful  bliss  : 

And,  swift  as  time  fulfills  its  round, 

We  to  eternity  are  bound. 
4  What  countless  millions  of  mankind 

Have  left  this  fleeting  world  behind ! 

They're  gone;  but  where?  ah  I  pause  and 

Gone  to  a  long  eternity.  (see, 


446  ETERNITY. 

5  Sinner,  canst  thou  forever  dwell 
In  all  the  fiery  deeps  of  hell  ? 
And  is  death  nothing,  then,  to  thee, — 
Death,  and  a  dread  eternity  ? 

6  Ye  gracious  souls,  with  joy  look  up  ; 
In  Christ  rejoice,  your  glorious  hope ; 
This  everlasting  bliss  secure; 
God  and  eternity  are  yours. 

592  C.  M. 

1  TTESUS,  my  Lord,  to  glory's  gone, 
©$    Him  will  I  go  and  see  ; 
And  all  my  brethren  here  below, 

Will  soon  come  after  me. 

2  My  friends,  I  bid  you  all  adieu, 

I  leave  you  in  God's  care  ; 

And  if  I  never  more  see  you, 

Go  on,  I'll  meet  you  there. 

3  When  we've  been  there  ten  thousand  yearsj 

Bright  shining  as  the  sun, 
We've  no  less  days  to  sing  God's  praise, 
Than  when  we  first  begun. 

4  And  when  as  many" years  have  pass'd, 

As  sands  upon  the  shore, 
The  saints  above  shall  have  no  fear, 
That  their  blest  days  are  o'er. 

5  If  all  the  drops  in  ocean's  wide 

Could  but  be  number' d  o'er, 
And  then  by*  millions  multiplied, 
And  thrice  as  many  more, — 

6  And  then  as  many  years  should  pass, 

As  water  drops  that  fall, 
Or  grains  of  sand,  or  spires  of  grass, 
Upon  this  earthly  ball, — i 


ETERNITY.  447 

7  And  when  as  many  millions  more, 

As  stars  that  fill  the  sky  ; 
Then  all  these  numbers  doubled  o'er, 
Can't  meet  eternity. 

8  Eternity  will  still  remain, 

'Twill  be  eternity ; 
The  song  to  Christ  who  once  was  slainr 
Will  last  eternally. 
393  C.  M. 

1  "VTE  golden  lamps  of  heaven  !  farewellr 

X    With  all  your  feeble  light; 
Farewell,  thou  ever-changing  moon, 
Pale  empress  of  the  night ! 

2  And  thou,  refulgent  orb  of  day, 

In  brighter  flames  array'dl 
My  soul,  which  springs  beyond  thy  spherer 
No  more  demands  thine  aid. 

3  Ye  stars  are  but  the  shining  du&t 

Of  my  divine  abode, 
The  pavement  of  those  heavenly  courts 
Where  I  shall  reign  with  God. 

4  The  Father  of  eternal  light 

Shall  there  his  beams  display; 
Nor  shall  one  moment's  darkness  mix 
With  that  unvaried  day. 

5  No  more  the  drops  of  piercing  grief 

Shall  swell  into  mine  eyes  ; 
Nor  the  meridian  sun  decline 
Amidst  those  brighter  skies. 

6  There  all  the  millions  of  his  saints 

Shall  in  one  song  unite, 
And  each  the  bliss  of  all  shall  share 
With  infinite  delight. 


448  ETERNITY. 

394  S.  M. 

Our  fathers,  where  are  they  ? 

1  TITOW  swift  the  torrent  rolls 
JO.  That  bears  us  to  the  sea  ; 

The  tide  that  hurries  thoughtless  souls 
To  vast  eternity. 

2  Our  fathers,  where  are  they, 

With  all  they  call'd  their  own  ? 
Their  joys  and  griefs,  and  hopes  &  cares, 
And  wealth  and  honor,  gone. 

3  God  of  our  fathers,  hear, 

Thou  everlasting  Friend  ! 
While  we,  as  on  life's  utmost  verge, 
Our  souls  to  thee  commend. 

4  Of  all  the  pious  dead 

May  we  the  footsteps  trace, 
Till  with  them,  in  the  land  of  light, 
We  dwell  before  thy  face. 
595  C.  M. 

Longing  for  a  view  of  heaven. 

1  d  \  LET  our  thoughts  and  wishes  fly 
\y  Above  these  gloomy  shades, 

To  those  bright  worlds  beyond  the  sky 
Which  sorrow  ne'er  invades  ! 

2  There  joys  unseen  by  mortal  eyes, 

Or  reason's  feeble  ray, 
In  ever-blooming  prospect  rise, 

Exposed  to  no  decay. 
8  Lord,  send  a  beam  of  light  divine 

To  guide  our  upward  aim ; 
With  one  reviving  look  of  thine, 

Our  languid  hearts  inflame. 


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HEAVEN.  449 

4  0  then,  on  faith's  subliniest  wing, 
Our  ardent  souls  shall  rise 
To  those  bright  scenes  where  pleasures 
Immortal  in  the  skies.  [spring, 


HEAVEN. 

596  C.  M. 

1  TTFEAVEN  is  a  place  of  endless  rest, 
JUL  Where  saints  and  angels  shine ; 
They  are  with  Christ,  in  glory  blest, 

Their  joys  are  all  divine. 

2  The  saints  through  tribulation  pass'd, 

Before  they  reached  the  shore ; 
But  they  obtained  the  prize  at  last, 

And  now  their  toils  are  o'er. 
S  Nor  grief,  nor  pain,  nor  doubts,  nor  fears, 

Can  reach  that  world  above ; 
Christ  Jesus  wipes  away  their  tears, 

And  fills  their  hearts  with  love. 

4  They  neither  thirst  nor  hunger  more ; 

Their  wants  are  all  supplied; 
0  that  we  all  might  reach  the  shore, 
And  there  with  Christ  abide. 

5  0  may  we  on  his  throne  sit  down, 

And  hear  him  say,  "Well  done !" 
Receive  the  blood-bought,  starry  crown, 
Which  you  through  faith  have  won. 

597  C.  M. 

1    "JERUSALEM !  my  happy  home, 
CJ    0,  how  I  long  for  theeJ 
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450  HEAVEN. 

When  will  my  sorrows  have  an  end? 
Thy  joys  when  shall  I  see  ? 

2  Thy  walls  are  all  of  precious  stone, 

Most  glorious  to  behold ! 
Thy  gates  are  richly  set  with  pearl, 
Thy  streets  are  paved  with  gold. 

3  Thy  gardens  and  thy  pleasant  walks, 

My  study  long  have  been ; 
Such  dazzling  views,  by  human  sight, 
Have  never  yet  been  seen. 

4  If  heaven  be  thus  glorious,  Lord, 

Why  should  I  stay  from  thence? 
What  folly  this,  that  I  should  dread 
To  die,  and  go  from  hence. 

598  C.  M. 

HERE  is  a  land  of  pure  delight, 
Where  saints  immortal  reign ; 
Infinite  day  excludes  the  night, 
Andpleasures  banish  pain. 

2  There  everlasting  spring  abides, 

And  never-with'ring  flowers: 
Death,  like  a  narrow  sea,  divides 
This  heavenly  land  from  ours. 

3  Sweet  fields,  beyond  the  swelling  flood, 

Stand  dress'd  in  living  green ; 
So  to  the  Jews  old  Canaan  stood, 
While  Jordan  roll'd  between. 

4  But  tim'rous  mortals  start  and  shrink 

To  cross  this  narrow  sea; 
And  linger  shiv'ring  on  the  brink, 
And  fear  to  launch  away. 


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HEAVEN.  451 

6  0  could  we  make  our  doubts  remove, 
The  gloomy  doubts  that  rise, 
And  see  the  Canaan  that  we  love, 
With  unbeclouded  eyes. 
6  Could  we  but  climb  where  Moses  stood, 
And  view  the  landscape  o'er, 
Not  Jordan's  stream,  nor  death's  cold  flood, 
Should  fright  us  from  the  shore. 

599  P.  M. 

1  npHERE  is  a  land  far  out  of  sight, 

JL    Beyond  these  earthly  climes, 
Where  darkness  ne'er  excludes  the  light, 

But  day  perpetual  shines, — 
Where  glories  burst  upon  the  soul, 
And  joys  in  endless  prospect  roll. 

2  No  pois  nous  fruit,  nor  grief,  nor  fear, 

Nor  hate,  nor  war,  nor  strife, 
But  fruits  of  paradise  grow  there, 

On  trees  of  endless  life, — 
In  that  delightful  land  above, 
The  trees  of  life  bear  fruits  of  love. 
8  No  chilling  winds,  nor  low' ring  storms, 

That  cloud  our  prospects  here, 
Nor  sin  in  all  its  varied  forms, 

Shall  find  admittance  there,— 
But  holy  and  enraptured  joy, 
Shall  fill  the  soul  without  alloy. 
4  Perennial  spring,  eternal  morn, 

Where  flowers  ne'er  fade  away, 
There  roses  grow  without  a  thorn, 

There's  health  without  decay, — ■ 
Eternal  youth,  immortal  prime, 
Unscath'd  by  age,  improved  by  time. 


452  HEAVEN. 

6  Sweet  music  charms  the  list'ning  ear, 
And  fills  th'  enraptured  soul, 
Life's  waters  flowing  bright  and  clear, 

In  gentle  currents  roll, — 
And  when  earth's  pilgrimage  is  o'er, 
We'll  taste  and  drink  to  thirst  no  more. 

60©  P.  M.  6  7s.  &  2  6. 

1  OiUEST,  ye  emerald  gates,  and  bring, 
JI3  To  my  raptur'd  vision, 

All  the  ecstatic  joys  that  spring 

Round  the  bright  elysian  : 
Lo!  we  lift  our  longing  ej"es, 
Break,  ye  intervening  skies, 
Sun  of  righteousness  arise, 
Ope  the  gates  of  paradise  ! 

2  Floods  of  everlasting  light, 

Freely  flash  before  him: 
Myriads,  with  supreme  delight, 

Instantly  adore  him: 
Angel  trumps  resound  his  fame  ; 
Lutes  of  lucid  gold  proclaim 
All  the  music  of  his  Name ; 
Heaven  is  heighten' d  by  the  theme. 

3  Four  and  twenty  elders  rise 

From  their  princely  station, 
Shout  his  glorious  victories, 

Sing  the  great  salvation  ; 
Cast  their  crowns  before  his  throne, 
Cry  in  reverential  tone, 
Glory  be  to  God  alone, 
Holy !  holy  !  holy  One. 

4  Hark  !  the  thrilling  symphonies 

Seem,  me  thinks,  to  seize  us; 


HEAVEN.  453 

Join  ive,  too,  the  holy  lays, 

Jesus,  Jesus,  Jesus! 
Sweetest  sound  in  seraph's  song, 
Sweetest  note  on  mortal  tongue, 
Sweetest  carol  ever  sung, 
Jesus,  Jesus  flow  along. 

eoi  c.  m. 

1  fXN  Jordan's  stormy  banks  I  stand, 
\J  And  cast  a  wishful  eye 

To  Canaan's  fair  and  happy  land, 
Where  my  possessions  lie. 

2  0  the  transporting,  rapturous  scene, 

That  rises  to  my  sight ! 
Sweet  fields  array'd  in  living  green, 
And  rivers  of  delight  ! 

3  There  gen'rous  fruits  that  never  fail, 

On  trees  immortal  grow  : 
There  rock,  and  hill,  and  brook,  and  vale, 
With  milk  and  honey  flow. 

4  All  o'er  those  wide  extended  plains, 

Shines  one  eternal  day ; 
There  God  the  Son  forever  reigns, 
And  scatters  night  away. 

5  No  chilling  winds,  or  pois'nous  breath, 

Can  reach  that  healthful  shore ; 
Sickness  and  sorrow,  pain  and  death, 
Are  felt  and  fear'd  no  more. 

6  When  shall  I  reach  that  happy  place, 

And  be  forever  blest? 
When  shall  I  see  my  Father's  face, 
And  in  his  bosom  rest? 


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454  HEAVEN. 

7  Fill'd  with  delight,  my  raptur  d  soul 

Would  here  no  longer  stay  ! 
Though  Jordan's  -waves  around  me  roll, 
Fearless  Fd  launch  away. 

8  There  on  those  high  and  flowery  plains, 

Our  spirits  ne'er  shall  tire; 
But  in  perpetual  joyful  strains, 
Redeeming  love  admire. 

602  4  lines  9s.  &  8s. 

My  Father- Land. 

HERE  is  a  place  where  my  hopes  are 
stayed, 

My  heart  and  my  treasure  are  there : 
Where  verdure  and  blossoms  never  fade, 
And  fields  are  eternally  fair. 

CHOR  US. 

That  blissful  place  is  my  father-land  ; 

By  faith  its  delights  I  explore  ; 
Come,  favor  my  flight,  angelic  band, 

And  waft  me  in  peace  to  the  shore. 

2  There  is  a  place  where  the  angels  dwell, 

A  pure  and  a  peaceful  abode ; 
The  joys  of  that  place  no  tongue  can  tell — 
But  there  is  the  palace  of  God ! 
That  blissful,  ^*c. 

3  There  is  a  place  where  my  friends  are  gone, 

Who  suffered  and  worshiped  with  me ; 
Exalted  with  Christ,  high  on  his  throne, 
The  King  in  his  beauty  they  see. 
That  blissful,  $i. 


HEAVEN.  455 

4  There  is  a  place  where  I  hope  to  live, 
When  life  and  its  labors  are  o'er ; 
A  place  which  the  Lord  to  me  will  give, 
And  then  I  shall  sorrow  no  more. 
That  blissful,  §c. 

603  C.  M. 

1  lilAR  from  these  narrow  scenes  of  night 
X?    Unbounded  glories  rise, 

And  realms  of  infinite  delight, 
Unknown  to  mortal  eyes. 

2  Fair  distant  land!  could  mortal  eyes 

But  half  its  charms  explore, 
How  would  our  spirits  long  to  rise, 
And  dwell  on  earth  no  more. 

3  No  cloud  those  blissful  regions  know, 

Realms  ever  bright  and  fair  ! 
For  sin,  the  source  of  mortal  woe, 
Can  never  enter  there. 

4  0  may  the  heavenly  prospect  fire 

Our  hearts  with  ardent  love, 
Till  wings  of  faith  and  strong  desire 
Bear  every  thought  above. 

5  Prepare  us,  Lord!  by  grace  divine, 

For  thy  bright  courts  on  high; 
Then  bid  our  spirits  rise  and  join 
The  chorus  of  the  sky. 

604  C.  M. 

1  ~]VT"OIi  eye  hath  seen,  nor  ear  hath  heard, 
JLl    Nor  sense  nor  reason  known, 
What  joys  the  Father  has  prepared, 
For  those  that  love  the  Son. 


456  HEAVEN. 

2  But  the  good  Spirit  of  the  Lord 

Reveals  a  heaven  to  come  ; 

The  beams  of  glory  in  his  word 

Allure  and  guide  us  home. 

3  Pure  are  the  joys  above  the  sky, 

And  all  the  region  peace ; 

No  wanton  lips,  or  envious  eye, 

Can  see  or  taste  the  bliss~ 

4  Those  holy  gates  forever  bar 

Pollution,  sin,  and  shame  ; 
None  shall  obtain  admittance  there. 
But  foll'wers  of  the  Lamb. 

5  He  keeps  the  Father's  book  of  life  ; 

There  all  their  names  are  found ; 
The  hypocrite  in  vain  shall  strive 
To  tread  the  heavenly  ground. 

6©5  4  lines  8s. 

1  g^i  OME  on,  my  brethren  in  the  Lord, 
\J  Whose  hearts  are  joined  in  one; 
Hold  up  your  heads  with  courage  bold,. 

Your  race  is  almost  run  ! 
Above  the  clouds,  behold  Him  stand, 

And  smiling  bids  you  come ; 
And  angels  whisp'ring  you  away, 

To  your  eternal  home. 

2  To  see  a  pilgrim  as  he  dies, 

"With  glory  in  his  view : 
To  heaven  he  lifts  his  longing  eyes, 

And  bids  the  world  adieu, 
While  friends  are  weeping  all  around. 

And  loth  to  let  him  go  ; 
He  shouts  with  his  expiring  breath,, 

And  leaves  them  all  below! 


HEAVEN.  457 

3  0  Christians,  are  you  ready  now 

To  cross  the  swelling  flood, 
On  Canaan's  happy  shore  to  stand, 

And  see  your  smiling  God  ? 
The  dazzling  charms  of  that  bright  world 

Attract  my  soul  above ! 
My  tongue  shall  shout  redeeming  grace, 

When  perfected  in  love. 

4  Go  on,  my  brethren  in  the  Lord ! 

I'm  bound  to  meet  you  there ; 
Although  we  tread  enchanted  ground, 

Be  bold  and  never  fear ; 
Fight  on,  fight  on,  ye  valiant  souls, 

The  land  appears  in  view ; 
I  hope  to  gain  fair  Canaan's  shore, 

And  there  to  meet  with  you. 

606  8  lines  7s. 

WHO  are  these  array' d  in  white, 
Brighter  than  the  noon-day  sun  ? 
Foremost  of  the  sons  of  light ; 
Nearest  the  eternal  throne  ? 
These  are  they  that  bore  the  cross, 

Nobly  for  their  Master  stood; 

Suff'rers  in  his  righteous  cause : 

Foll'wers  of  the  Lamb  of  God. 

Out  of  great  distress  they  came : 

Wash'd  their  robes  by  faith  below, 
In  the  blood  of  yonder  Lamb, 

Blood  that  washes  white  as  snow; 
Therefore  are  they  next  the  throne, 

Serve  their  Maker  day  and  night: 
God  resides  among  his  own, 

God  doth  in  his  saints  delight. 


458  HEAVEN. 

3  More  than  conquerors  at  last, 

Here  they  find  their  trials  o'er ; 
They  have  all  their  sufferings  past, 

Hunger  now  and  thirst  no  more : 
No  excessive  heat  they  feel 

From  the  sun's  directer  ray; 
In  a  milder  clime  they  dwell, 

Region  of  eternal  day. 

4  He  that  on  the  throne  doth  reign, 

Them  the  Lamb  shall  always  feed ; 
With  the  tree  of  life  sustain ; 

To  the  living  fountains  lead; 
He  shall  all  their  sorrows  chase, 

All  their  wants  at  once  remove  ; 
Wipe  the  tears  from  every  face ; 

Fill  up  every  soul  with  love. 

607  C.  M. 

1  C[WEET  rivers  of  redeeming  love, 

0  Lie  just  before  mine  eye ; 
Had  I  the  pinions  of  a  dove, 

I'd  to  those  regions  fly  : 
I'd  rise  superior  to  my  pain, 

With  joy  outstrip  the  wind ; 
I'd  cross  bold  Jordan's  stormy  main, 

And  leave  the  world  behind. 

2  While  I'm  imprison'd  here  below, 

In  anguish,  pain,  and  smart, 
Oft-times  those  troubles  I  forego, 

When  love  surrounds  my  heart : 
In  darkest  shadows  of  the  night, 

Faith  mounts  the  upper  sky, 

1  then  behold  my  heart's  delight, 

And  would  rejoice  to  die  ! 


HEAVEN.  459 

8  I  view  the  monster  death,  and  smile, 

Now  he  has  lost  his  sting ; 
Though  Satan  rages  all  the  while, 

I  still  in  triumph  sing : 
I  hold  my  Saviour  in  my  arms, 

And  will  not  let  him  go ; 
I'm  so  delighted  with  his  charms, 

No  other  good  I'll  know. 

4  A  few  more  days,  or  years  at  most, 

My  troubles  will  be  o'er, 
I  hope  to  join  the  heavenly  host, 

On  Canaan's  happy  shore: 
My  rapturous  soul  shall  drink  and  feast 

In  love's  unbounded  sea  ; 
The  glorious  hope  of  endless  rest, 

Is  now  transporting  me. 

5  0  come,  my  Saviour,  come  away, 

And  bear  me  through  the  sky, 
Nor  let  thy  chariot  wheels  delay, 

Make  haste  and  bring  it  nigh: 
I  long  to  see  thy  glorious  face, 

And  in  thine  image  shine; 
To  triumph  in  victorious  grace, 

And  be  forever  thine. 

6  Then  I  will  tune  my  harp  of  gold, 

To  my  eternal  King  ; 
Through  ages  that  can  ne'er  be  told, 

I'll  make  his  praises  ring  : 
All  hail!  thou  great  eternal  God  ! 

Who  died  on  Calvary  ; 
And  saved  me  with  his  precious  blood, 

From  endless  misery. 

7  Ten  thousand  thousand  join  in  one, 

To  praise  th'  Eternal  Three  : 


460  HEAVEN. 

Prostrate  before  the  blazing  throne, 

In  deep  humility  : 
They  raise  and  tune  their  harps  of  gold, 

And  string  th'  immortal  lyre : 
And  ages  that  can  ne'er  be  told, 

Shall  raise  their  praises  higher. 

6©§  C.  M. 

1  d  \  LAND  of  rest,  for  thee  I  sigh  ! 
\J?  When  will  the  moment  come, 
When  shall  I  lay  my  armor  by, 

And  dwell  in  peace  at  home  ? 

2  No  tranquil  joys  on  earth  I  know, 

No  peaceful  sheltering  dome, 
This  world  's  a  wilderness  of  woe, 
This  world  is  not  my  home. 

8  To  Jesus  Christ  I  fled  for  rest ; 
He  bade  me  cease  to  roam, 
And  lean  for  succor  on  his  breast, 
And  he'd  conduct  me  home. 

4  I  should  at  once  have  quit  this  field, 

Where  foes  with  fury  roam  ; 
But  ah  !  my  passport  was  not  sealed — 
I  could  not  yet  go  home. 

5  When,  by  affliction  sharply  tried, 

I  view  the  gaping  tomb; 
Although  I  dread  death's  chilling  tide, 
Yet  still  I  sigh  for  home. 

6  Weary  of  wand'ring  round  and  round, 

This  vale  of  sin  and  gloom, 
I  long  to  quit  th'  unhallow'd  ground, 
And  dwell  with  Christ  at  home. 


HEAVEN.  461 

609  L.  M. 

1  FinHE  heavenly  home  is  bright  and  fair, 

JL  Nor  death  nor  sighing  visit  there  ; 
Its  glitt'ring  towers  the  sun  outshine — - 
That  heavenly  mansion  shall  be  mine. 

2  My  father1  s  house  is  built  on  high, 
Above  the  arch'd  and  starry  sky; 
When  from  this  earthly  prison  free, 
That  heavenly  mansion  mine  shall  be. 

3  While  here,  a  stranger  far  from  home, 
Affliction's  waves  may  round  me  foam, 
Although,  like  Laz'rus,  sick  and  poor, 
My  heavenly  mansion  is  secure. 

4  I  envy  not  the  rich  and  great, 

Their  pomp  of  wealth  and  pride  of  state ; 
My  Father  is  a  richer  King — 
That  heavenly  mansion,  still  I  sing. 

5  Let  others  seek  a  home  below, 

Which  flames  devour,  or  waves  o'erflow; 

Be  mine  the  happier  lot  to  own, 

A  heavenly  mansion  near  the  throne. 

6  Then,  fail  this  earth,  let  stars  decline, 
And  sun  and  moon  refuse  to  shine, 
All  nature  sink,  and  cease  to  be, 
That  heavenly  mansion  stands  for  me. 

610  C.  M. 

HE  glorious  day  is  drawing  nigh, 
When  Zion's  light  shall  come  ; 
She  shall  arise  and  shine  on  high, 

Bright  as  the  morning  sun. 
The  north  and  south  their  songs  resign, 
And  earth's  strong  pillars  bend  ; 


*T 


462  HEAVEN. 

Adorned,  as  a  bride — Jerusalem 
All  glorious  shall  descend. 

2  The  King  that  bears  the  golden  crown, 

The  azure  flaming  bow ; 
The  holy  city  shall  come  down 

To  bless  his  saints  below. 
When  Zion's  bleeding,  conqu'ring  King, 

Shall  sin  and  death  destroy ; 
The  morning  stars  together  sing, 

And  Zion  shout  for  joy. 

3  The  holy,  bright  musician  band 

Shall  tune  their  harps  of  gold, 
With  palms  of  vict'ry  they  shall  stand, 

Fair  Salem  to  behold ! 
Descending  with  such  melting  strains, 

Jehovah's  Name  adore  ; 
Such  notes,    through   earth's    extensive 
plains, 

Were  never  heard  before ! 

4  Let  Satan  rage  and  boast  no  more  ; 

Ye  fiends  of  darkness  fly ; 
»  Though  saints  are  feeble,  weak,  and  poor, 

Their  great  Redeemer's  nigh. 
He  is  their  shield — their  hiding  place — 

A  covert  from  the  wind — ■ 
A  shady  rock  of  boundless  grace, 

Throughout  this  weary  land. 

5  The  crystal  streams  run  down  from  heav'n, 

They  issue  from  the  throne  ; 
The  floods  of  strife  away  are  driv'n, 

The  church  becomes  but  one. 
That  peaceful  union  she  shall  know, 

And  live  upon  his  love ! 


HEAVEN.  463 

And  shout  and  sing  of  grace  below, 
As  angels  do  above ! 

611  L.  M. 

1  "TO7HILE  on  the  verge  of  life  I  stand, 
TT     And  view  the  scene'  on  either  hand, 
My  spirit  struggles  with  my  clay, 
And  longs  to  wing  its  flight  away. 

I  "Where  Jesus  dwells  my  soul  would  be, 
And  faints  my  much  loved  Lord  to  see ; 
Earth,  twine  no  more  about  ! 
For  'tis  far  better  to  depart. 

8  Come,  ye  angelic  convoys,  come, 
And  lead  the  willing  pilgrims  home ; 
Ye  know  the  way  to  Jesus'  throne, — ■ 
Source  of  my  joys,  and  of  your  own. 

4  That  blissful  interview,  how  sweet ! 
To  fall  transported  at  his  feet  ! 
Raised  in  his  arms,  to  view  his  face, 
Through  the  full  beaming  of  his  grace  ! 

5  As  with  a  seraph's  voice  to  sing, 
To  fly  as  on  a  cherub's  wing! 
Performing,  with  unweari'd  hands, 
The  present  Saviour's  high  commands. 

6  Yet,  with  these  prospects  full  in  sight, 
We'll  wait  thy  signal  for  the  flight; 
For,  while  thy  service  we  pursue, 
We  find  a  heaven  in  all  we  do. 


464  HEAVEN. 

612  P.  M.  4  lines  lis. 

jT  would  not  live  alway. 

1  ~W  WOULD  not  live  alway;  I  ask  not 
JL  stay 
"Where  storm  after  storm   rises  dark  o'( 

the  way; 
The  few  lurid  mornings  that  dawn  on 

here, 
Are  enough  for  its  joys,  full  enough  for  i 

cheer. 

2  I  would  not  Jive  alway;  no — welcome  i 

tomb ! 
Since   Jesus   hath  lain  there,  I  dread  not 

its  gloom: 
There   sweet  be  my  rest  till  he   bid  me 

arise, 
To  hail  him   in  triumph  descending  the 

skies. 

3  Who,  who  would  live  alway,  away  from 

his  God — 
Away   from   yon   heaven,    that   blissful 

abode, 
Where  rivers  of  pleasure  flow  bright  o'er 

the  plains, 
And  the   noontide   of  glory   eternally 

reigns  ? 

4  There  saints  of  all  ages  in  harmony  meet, 
Their  Saviour  and  brethren  transported  to 

greet ; 
While   anthems   of    rapture   unceasingly 

roll, 
And  the  smile  of  the  Lord  is  the  feast  of 

the  soul. 


HELL.  465 

HELL. 


€13  L.  M. 


H 


It  chills    the   heart,    and  shocks  the 
ear ; 

It  spreads  a  sickly  damp  around, 
And  makes  the  guilty  quake  with  fear. 

2  Far  from  the  utmost  verge  of  day, 
Its  frightful,  gloomy  region  lies  ! 
Fierce  flames  amid  the  darkness  play, 
And  thick,  sulphureous  vapors  rise. 

8  Conscience,  the  never-dying  worm, 
With  constant  torture  gnaws  the  heart , 
And  woe  and  wrath,  in  every  form, 
Inflame  the  wounds,  increase  the  smart. 

4  The  wretches  rave,  o'erwhelm'd  with  woe, 
And  bite  their  everlasting  chains ; 
And  with  their  rage  their  torments  grow, 
Resentment  but  augments  their  pains. 

■5  Sad  world  indeed  !  what  heart  can  bear, 
Hopeless  in  all  these  pains  to  lie ; 
Rack'd  with  vexation,  grief,  despair, 
And,  ever  dying, — never  die  ? 

6  Lord,  save  a  guilty  soul  from  hell, 

That  seeks  thy  pard'ning,  cleansing  blood: 
0  let  me  in  thy  kingdom  dwell, 
To  praise  my  Saviour  and  my  God. 

^14  L.  M. 

1  "1 WTITH.  holy  fear  and  humble  song, 
f  V     The  dreadful  God  our  souls  adore ; 
30 


466  HELL. 

Rev'renee  and  awe  become  the  tongue, 
That  speaks  the  terrors  of  his  power. 

2  Far  in  the  deep,  where  darkness  dwells, 
The  land  of  horror  and  despair, 
Justice  has  "built  a  dismal  hell, 

And  laid  her  stores  of  vengeance  there. 

3  [Eternal  plagues,  and  heavy  chains, 
Tormenting  racks,  and  fiery  coals, 
And  darts  t'  inflict  immortal  pains, 
Dy'd  in  the  blood  of  damned  souls. 

4  There  Satan,  the  first  sinner,  lies, 
And  roars,  and  bites  his  iron  bands ; 
In  vain  the  rebel  strives  to  rise, 
Crush' d  with  the  weight   of  both  thy 

hands.] 

5  The  guilty  ghosts  of  Adam's  race 
Shriek  out,  and  howl  beneath  thy  rod ; 
Once  they  could  scorn  a  Saviour's  grace, 
But  they  incensed  a  dreadful  God. 

6  Tremble,  my  soul,  and  kiss  the  Son ; 
Sinner,  obey  the  Saviour's  call; 
Else  your  damnation  hastens  on, 
And  hell  gapes  wide  to  wait  your  fall. 

615  C.  M. 

1  "Fk/fY  thoughts  on  awful  subjects  roll, 
jLr J_  Damnation  and  the  dead; 
What  horrors  seize  the  guilty  soul 

Upon  a  dying  bed ! 

2  Ling'ring  about  these  mortal  shores, 

She  makes  a  long  delay, 
Till,  like  a  flood,  with  rapid  force, 
Death  sweeps  the  wretch  away. 


HELL.  467 

3  Then  swift,  and  dreadful  she  'descends 

Down  to  the  fiery  coast, 
Among  abominable  fiends, 
Herself  a  frightful  ghost. 

4  There  endless  crowds  of  sinners  lie, 

And  darkness  makes  their  chains; 
Tortured  with  keen  despair,  they  cry, 
Yet  dread  still  fiercer  pains. 

5  Not  all  their  anguish  and  their  blood, 

For  their  old  guilt  atones; 
Nor  the  compassion  of  a  God 
Shall  hearken  to  their  groans. 

6  Amazing  grace,  that  kept  my  breath, 

Nor  bid  my  soul  remove, 
Till  I  had  learned  my  Saviour's  death, 
And  well  insured  his  love. 
616  C.  M. 

1  gj^AR  from  the  utmost  verge  of  day 
JP    Those  gloomy  regions  lie, 

Where  flames  amid  the  darkness  play — 
The  worm  shall  never  die. 

2  The  breath  of  God — his  angry  breath. — 

Supplies  and  fans  the  fire ; 
There  sinners  taste  the  second  death, 
And  would—but  can't  expire. 

3  Conscience,  the  never-dying  worm, 

With  torture  gnaws  the  heart ; 
And  woe,  and  wrath,  in  every  form, 
Is  now  the  sinner's  part. 

4  Sad  world  indeed!  ah,  who  can  bear 

For  ever  there  to  dwell — 
For  ever  sinking  in  despair 
In  all  the  pains  of  hell ! 


468  PARTING. 

PARTING. 

61?  L.  M. 

1  "|7  ARE  WELL,    dear  friends,    I  must  be 
JC  gone, 

I  have  no  home  or  stay  with  you; 
I'll  take  my  staff  and  travel  on, 
Till  I  a  better  country  view. 

Farewell,  farewell,  farewell, 

My  loving  friends,  farewell. 

2  Farewell,  my  friends,  time  rolls  along, 

Nor  waits  for  mortal  cares  or  bliss  : 
I  leave  you  here  and  travel  on, 
Till  I  arrive  where  Jesus  is. 

3  Farewell,  my  brethren  in  the  Lord, 

To  you  I'm  bound  in  cords  of  love; 
Yet  we  believe  his  gracious  word, 
That  soon  we  all  shall  meet  above. 

4  Farewell,  old  soldiers  of  the  cross, 

You've   struggled   long   and   hard    for 
heaven, 
You've  counted  all  things  here  but  dross, 
Fight  on,  the  crown  shall  soon  be  given. 
Fight  on,  fight  on,  fight  on, 
The  crown  shall  soon  be  given. 

5  Farewell,  poor,  careless  sinners,  too, 

It  grieves  my  heart  to  leave  you  here  ; 
Eternal  vengeance  waits  for  you ; 
Oh  turn,  and  find  salvation  near. 
Oh  turn,  oh  turn,  oh  turn, 
And  find  salvation  near. 


PARTING.  469 

618  P.  M. 

1  "OSTHAT  happy  children  who  follow  Je- 

T?  sus 

Into  the  house  of  pray'r  and  praise. 
And  join  in  union,  while  love  increases, 

Resolved  this  way  to  spend  our  days. 
Altho'  we're  hated  by  the  world  and  Satan, 

By  the  flesh,  and  such  as  love  not  God ; 
Yet  happy  moments  and  joyfal  seasons, 

We  oft-times  find  on  Canaan's  road. 

2  Since  we've  been  waiting  on  blessed  Jesus, 

We  felt  some  strength  come  from  above; 
Our  hearts  have  burnt  with  holy  rapture, 

We  long  to  be  with  Christ  above. 
Then  let  us  hold  fast  what  is  given, 

And  trust  in  God  for  time  to  come : 
Sure  we  shall  find  our  way  to  heaven, 

So  farewell  brethren,  we're  going  home. 

3  And  as  we  go,  let  us  praise  our  Jesus, 

And  pray  for  those  who  spurn  his  grace; 
Lest  they  should  lose  love's  richest  treas- 

And  ne'er  enjoy  his  smiling  face,    [ure, 
Now  take  my  heart  and  my  best  wishes, 

In  token  of  my  Christian  love ; 
In  hopes  with  you  to  praise  my  Jesus, 

So  farewell,  brethren,  we'll  meet  above. 

619  P.  M. 

AREWELL,    my   dear  brethren,    the 

time  is  at  hand, 
That  we  must  be  parted  from  this  social 

land ; 
Our  sev'ral  engagements  now  call  us  away, 
Our  parting  is  needful,  and  we  must  obey. 


*F 


470  PARTING. 

2  Farewell,  my  dear  brethren,  farewell  for 

a  while, 
We'll  soon  meet  again,  if  kind  Providence 

smile  ; 
But  when   we   are  parted  and  scatter' d 

abroad, 
We'll  pray  for  each  other  when  wrestling 

with  God. 

3  Farewell,  faithful  soldiers,  you'll  soon  be 

discharged, 

The  war  will  be  ended,  your  treasures  en- 
larged ; 

With  shouting  and  singing,  though  Jordan 
may  roar, 

We'll  enter  fair  Canaan,  and  rest  on  the 
shore. 

4  Farewell,  ye  young  converts,  who're  listed 

for  war, 

Sore  trials  await  you,  but  Jesus  is  near ; 

Although  you  must  travel  the  dark  wil- 
derness, 

Your  Captain's  before  you,  he'll  lead  you 
to  peace. 

5  The  world,  and  the  devil,  and  hell,  all  u- 

nite, 
And  bold  persecution  will  try  you  to  fright; 
But  Jesus  stands  for  you,  who  is  stronger 

than  they, 
Let  this  animate  you  to  march  on  your 

way. 

6  Farewell,  seeking  mourners,  with  sad  bro- 

ken hearts. 
0  hasten  to  Jesus,   and  choose  the  good 
part ; 


PARTING.  471 

He's  full  of  compassion,  &  mighty  to  save, 
His  arms  are  extended  your  souls  to  re- 
ceive. 

7  Farewell,  faithful  Christians,  farewell  all 
around, 
Perhaps  we'll  not  meet  till  the  last  trump 

shall  sound ; 
To  meet  you  in  glory,  I'll  give  you  my  hand, 
Our  Saviour  to  praise  in  a  pure  social  band . 

620  C.  M. 

1  T  ORD,  when  together  here  we  meet, 
_I_J  And  taste  thy  heavenly  grace, 
Thy  smiles  are  so  divinely  sweet, 

We're  loth  to  leave  the  place. x 

2  Yet,  Father,  since  it  is  thy  will, 

That  we  must  part  again, 
0  let  thy  gracious  presence  still 
With  each  of  us  remain. 

3  Thus  let  us  all  in  Christ  be  one, 

Bound  with  the  cords  of  love, 
Till  we  around  thy  glorious  throne, 
Shall  joyful  meet  above. 

621  L.  M. 

Y  dearest  friends  in  bonds  of  love, 
Whose  hearts  the   sweetest   union 
prove, 
Your  friendship's  like  the  strongest  band; 
Yet  we  must  take  the  parting  hand. 
Your  company's  sweet,  your  union  dear, 
Your  words  delightful  to  my  ear ; 
And  when  I  see  that  we  must  part, 
You  draw  like  cords  around  my  heart. 


472  PARTING. 

2  How  sweet  the  hours  have  pass'd  away. 
Since  we  have  met  to  sing  and  pray  ; 
How  loth  we  are  to  leave  the  place, 
Where  Jesus  shows  his  smiling  face; 

0  could  I  stay  with  friends  so  kind, 
How  would  it  cheer  my  fainting  mind  \ 
■  But  duty  makes  me  understand, 
That  we  must  take  the  parting  hand. 

3  How  oft  I've  seen  your  flowing  tears, 
And  heard  you  tell  your  hopes  and  fears ; 
Your  hearts  with  love  have  seem'd  to  flame, 
Which  makes  me  think  we'll  meet  again. 
A  few  more  days,  or  years  at  most, 

And  we  shall  reach  fair  Canaan's  coast  1 
When  in  that  holy,  happy  land 
We'll  clasp  anew  th'  immortal  hand. 

4  I  hope  you  will  remember  me, 

If  you  no  more  my  face  should  see, 
An  int'rest  in  your  pray'rs  I  crave, 
That  we  may  meet  beyond  the  grave. 
0  blessed  clay  !  0  glorious  hope  ! 
My  soul  leaps  forward  at  the  thought, 
When  in  that  holy,  happy  land 
We'll  take  no  more  the  parting  hand. 

622  L.  M. 

1  TT|ISMISS  us  with  thy  blessing,  Lord, 
jLF  Help  us  to  feed  upon  thy  word ; 
All  that  has  been  amiss  forgive, 

And  let  thy  truth  within  us  live. 

2  Though  we  are  guilty,  thou  art  good ; 
Cleanse  all  our  works  in  Jesus'  blood ; 
Give  every  fetter'd  soul  release, 

And  bid  us  all  "depart  in  peace." 


PARTING.  47S 

623  L.  M. 

"OW,  Christian  brethren,  ere  we  part, 


XN0^ 


Toin  every  voice  and  every  heart; 
One  solemn  hymn  to  God  we  raise, 
One  closing  song  of  grateful  praise. 
2  Christians,  we  here  may  meet  no  more, 
But  there  is  yet  a  happier  shore ; 
And  there,  released  from  toil  and  pain, 
Dear  brethren,  we  shall  meet  again. 

624  C.  M. 

1  X7~E  pilgrims  that  are  wand'ring  home, 

A    The  foll'wers  of  the  Lamb, 
Sweeter  to  me  than  honey  comb, 
Is  Christ's  exalted  name. 

2  Let  us  with  undissembled  love, 

Like  children  hand  in  hand, 
Walk  to  our  Father's  house  above, 
And  to  the  promised  land. 

3  'Tis  there  with  Christ  in  Paradise, 

We  shall  forever  dwell, 
Till  then  let's  pray,  both  night  and  day, 
And  so,  dear  friends,  farewell. 

625  P.  M. 

For  the  fullness  of  peace  and  joy. 

1  T  ORD,  dismiss  us  with  thy  blessing ; 

I  I  Fill  our  hearts  with  joy  and  peace  ; 
Let  us  each,  thy  love  possessing, 
Triumph  in  redeeming  grace  ; 

0  refresh  us, 
Traveling  through  this  wilderness. 

2  Thanks  we  give,  and  adoration, 

For  thy  Gospel's  joyful  sound  ; 


474         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

May  the  fruits  of  thy  salvation 
In  our  hearts  and  lives  abound  ; 

May  thy  presence 
With  us  evermore  he  found. 
3  So,  whene'er  the  signal  's  given, 
Us  from  earth  to  call  away, 
Borne  on  angels'  wings  to  heaven, 
Glad  the  summons  to  obey, 

May  we  ever 
Reign  with  Christ  in  endless  day. 


PARTICULAE  OCCASIONS. 


ON    LAYING    THE    CORNER-STONE    OF   A 
CHURCH. 

626  C.  M. 

1  "OEHOLD  the  sure  Foundation-stone 
J3  Which  God  in  Zion  lays, 

To  build  our  heavenly  hopes  upon, 
And  his  eternal  praise. 

2  Chosen  of  God,  to  sinners  dear, 

We  now  adore  thy  Name  ; 
We  trust  our  whole  salvation  here, 
Nor  can  we  suffer  shame. 

3  The  foolish  builders,  scribe  and  priest, 

Reject  it  with  disdain  : 
Yet  on  this  Rock  the  church  shall  rest, 
And  envy  rage  in  vain. 

4  What,  though  the  gates  of  hell  withstood; 

Yet  must  this  building  rise : 


PARTICULAR  OCCASIONS.    475 

'Tis  thine  own  work,  almighty  God, 
And  wondrous  in  our  eyes. 

62?  C.  M. 

1  f^l  RE  AT  God  !  who  laid  on  Zion's  mount 
vJf  The  precious  Corner-stone  ; 

More  powerful  than  the  gates  of  hell, 
And  sacred  as  thy  throne. 

2  Regard  us,  who  before  thee  spread 

Our  hands  in  solemn  pray:r; 
For,  by  thy  cloud  and  pillar  led, 
The  ark  hath  rested  here. 

3  The  patriarchs  and  prophets  proved, 

A  sure  Foundation  given : 
The  martyrs  rested  there  unmoved, 
In  holiest  hope  of  heaven. 

4  That  Rock  was  Christ — fore'er  the  same, 

The  Lord,  our  righteousness  : 
0  may  this  altar  bear  thy  Name, 
And  thou  our  labor  bless. 

5  And  though  in  glorious  temple  high, 

Eternal  is  thy  throne; 
0  let  us  find  thy  footstool  nigh, 
And  prove  this  place  thine  own. 

628       '  L.  M. 

1  FS^O-DAY  we  lay  the  corner-stone, 

JUL    To  rear  our  sacred  walls  upon, 
A  house  of  God,  who's  pledged  to  be 
Where  he  is  sought  by  two  or  three. 

2  Where  I  record  my  Name,  says,  he, 
And  where  my  children  honor  me, 
There  I  will  come  to  own  and  bless 
My  ordinances  with  success. 


476         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

3  But  Jesus  is  the  Corner-stone, 
For  us  to  build  our  hopes  upon  ; 
On  him  the  edifice  may  rise 
Sublime  in  light,  beyond  the  skies. 

4  When  storms  and  tempests  round  prevail, 
Whirlwind  and  thunder,  fire  and  hail : 
'Tis  he  our  trembling  souls  shall  hide, 
On  him  securely  we  abide. 

5  Dear  Shepherd  of  thine  Israel, 

Who  didst  between  the  cherubs  dwell ; 
Here,  to  our  waiting  hearts,  proclaim 
The  sweetness  of  thy  saving  Name. 

6  Here  may  we  prove  the  power  of  pray'r, 
To  strengthen  faith,  and  sweeten  care  ; 
To  teach  our  faint  desires  to  rise, 

And  bring  all  heaven  before  our  eyes. 

7  God  of  the  churches!  thou  art  near  ; 
Nor  short  thine  arm,  nor  deaf  thine  ear  ; 
0  rend  the  heavens,  come  quickly  down, 
And  make  a  thousand  hearts  thine  own. 

629  L.  M. 

God's  guardian  presence. 

1  nglHIS  stone  to  thee,  in  faith,  we  lay ; 

JL    This  temple,  Lord,  to  thee  we  raise ; 
Thine  eye  be  open  night  and  day, 

To  guard  this  house  of  prayer  &  praise. 

2  Within  these  walls  let  heavenly  peace 

And  holy  love  and  concord  dwell ; 

Here  give  the  burden' d  conscience  ease, 

And  here  the  wounded  spirit  heal. 

8  But  will,  indeed,  Jehovah  deign 

Here  to  abide,  no  transient  guest  ? 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         477 

Will  here  our  great  Redeemer  reign, 
And  here  the  Holy  Spirit  rest  ? 

4  Ne'er  let  thy  glory  hence  depart : 

Yet  choose  not,  Lord,  this  shrine  alone : 
Thy  Spirit  dwell  in  every  heart, — 
In  every  bosom  fix  thy  throne. 


DEDICATION   OF   A   PLACE   OF  WORSHIP. 

©3©  P.  M. 

Invoking  God" s  presence  and  blessing. 

1  |^1  RE  AT  King  of  glory,  come, 
V  JT  And  with  thy  favor  crown 

This  temple  as  thy  home, — 
This  people  as  thine  own: 
Beneath  this  roof,  0  deign  to  show 
How  God  can  dwell  with  men  below. 

2  Here  may  thine  ears  attend 

Our  interceding  cries, 
And  grateful  praise  ascend, 

Like  incense,  to  the  skies  : 
Here  may  thy  soul-converting  word 
With  faith  be  preach' d,  in  faith  be  heard. 

3  Here  may  our  unborn  sons 

And  daughters  sound  thy  praise, 
And  shine,  like  polish' d  stones, 

Through  long  succeeding  days  : 
Here,  Lord,  display  thy  saving  power, 
While  temples  stand  and  men  adore. 

4  Here  may  the  list'ning  throng 

Receive  thy  truth  in  love  : 


478         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

Here  Christians  join  the  song 

Of  the  redeem'd  above; 
Till  all,  who  humbly  seek  thy  face, 
Rejoice  in  thy  abounding  grace. 

631  L.  M. 

1  A  ND  will  the  great  eternal  God 
j\_  On  earth  establish  his  abode  ? 
And  will  he,  from  his  radiant  throne, 
Accept  our  temple  for  his  own  ? 

2  These  walls  we  to  thy  honor  raise, 
Long  may  they  echo  to  thy  praise  ; 
And  thou,  descending,  fill  the  place 
With  choicest  tokens  of  thy  grace. 

3  Here  let  the  great  Redeemer  reign, 
With  all  the  glories  of  his  train  : 
While  power  divine  his  word  attends, 
To  conquer  foes,  and  cheer  his  friends. 

4  And  in  the  great  decisive  day, 
When  God  the  nations  shall  survey, 
May  it  before  the  world  appear 
That  crowds  were  born  to  glory  here. 

632  L.  M. 

1  "OEHOLD  thy  temple,  God  of  grace, 
33  The   house   that   we  have  rear'd  for 
Regard  it  as  thy  resting  place,  [thee, 

And  fill  it  with  thy  majesty. 

2  With  outstretch' d  hands  on  thee  we  call, 

Prostrate  before  thy  throne  we  bow; 
0  let  the  cloud  of  glory  fall 

On  all  thy  waiting  servants  now. 

3  Now  by  thy  presence  sanctify 

This  earthly  sanctuary,  Lord ; 


PARTICULAR  OCCASIONS.         479 

And  to  its  courts  be  ever  nigh, 

And  here  thy  hallow' d  Name  record. 

4  When  from  its  altar  shall  arise 

Joint  supplication  to  thy  Name, 
Deign  to  accept  the  sacrifice, 

Thyself  our  answ'ring  God  proclaim. 

5  And  when  from  hence  the  voice  of  praise, 

Shall  lift  its  triumphs  to  thy  throne, 
Show  thy  acceptance  of  our  lays, 
By  making  all  thy  glory  known. 

6  When  here  thy  ministers  shall  stand, 

To  speak  what  thou  shalt  bid  them  say, 
Maintain  thy  cause  with  thine  own  hand, 
And  give  thy  truth  a  winning  way. 

7  Now,  therefore,  0  our  God,  arise, 

In  this  thy  resting  place  appear  ; 
And  let  thy  people's  longing  eyes 
Behold  thqe  fix  thy  dwelling  here. 
633  L.  M. 

1  TTOW  pleasant,  how  divinely  fair, 
JO.  O  Lord  of  Hosts,  thy  dwellings  are  ! 
With  strong  desire  my  spirit  faints 

To  meet  th'  assemblies  of  thy  saints. 

2  Blest  are  the  saints  that  sit  on  high, 
Around  thy  throne  of  majesty; 

Thy  brightest  glories  shine  above, 
And  all  their  work  is  praise  and  love. 

3  Blest  are  the  souls  that  find  a  place 
Within  the  temple  of  thy  grace  ; 
Here  they  behold  thy  gentler  rays, 
And  seek  thy  face,  and  learn  thy  praise. 

4  Blest  are  the  men  whose  hearts  are  set 
To  find  the  way  to  Zion's  gate; 


480         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

God  is  their  strength,   and  through  the 
They  lean  upon  their  helper  God.      [road 
5  Cheerful  they  walk  with  growing  strength, 
Till  all  shall  meet.in  heaven  at  length  ; 
Till  all  before  thy  face  appear, 
And  join  in  nobler  worship  there. 

€34  S.  M. 

1  p  REAT  is  the  Lord  our  God, 
VJ"  And  let  his  praise  be  great; 
He  makes  his  churches  his  abode, 

His  most  delightful  seat. 

2  These  temples  of  his  grace, 

How  beautiful  they  stand! 

The  honors  of  our  native  place, 

And  bulwarks  of  our  land. 

3  In  Zion  God  is  known. 

A  refuge  in  distress  ; 
How  bright  has  his  salvation  shone 
Through  all  her  palaces  ! 

4  In  every  new  distress 

We'll  to  his  house  repair ; 
We'll  think  upon  his  wondrous  grace, 
And  seek  deliv' ranee  there. 

€35  C.  M. 

A  blessing  supplicated. 
GOD,  though  countless  worlds  of  light 
Thy  power  and  glory  show, — 
Though  round  thy  throne,  above  all  height, 

Immortal  seraphs  glow, — 
Yet,  Lord,  where'er  thy  saints  apart 
Are  met  for  praise  and  prayer, — 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         481 

Wherever  sighs  a  contrite  heart, 
Thou,  gracious  God,  art  there. 

3  With  grateful  joy,  thy  children  rear 

This  temple,  Lord,  to  thee  ; 
Long  may  they  sing  thy  praises  here, 
And  here  thy  beauty  see. 

4  Here,  Saviour,  deign  thy  saints  to  meet ; 

With  peace  their  hearts  to  fill ; 
And  here,  like  Sharon's  odors  sweet, 
May  grace  divine  distil. 

5  Here  may  thy  truth  fresh  triumphs  win; 

Eternal  Spirit,  here, 
In  many  a  heart,  now  dead  in  sin, 
A  living  temple  rear. 

636  L.  M. 

Jehovah1  s  presence. 

1  "\JOT  heaven's  wide  range  of  hallow'd 
J3I  space 

Jehovah's  presence  can  confine ; 
Nor  angels'  claims  restrain  his  grace, 
Whose  glories  through  creation  shine.' 

2  It  beamed  on  Eden's  guilty  days, 

And  traced  redemption's  wondrous  plan; 
From  Calvary,  in  brightest  rays, 
It  glowed  to  guide  benighted  man. 

3  Its  sacred  shrine  it  fixes  there, 

Where  two  or  three  are  met  to  raise 
Their  holy  hands  in  humble  prayer, 
Or  tune  their  hearts  to  grateful  praise. 

4  Be  this,  0  Lord,  that  honored  place, — 

The  house  of  God,  the  gate  of  heaven  ; 
31 


482         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

And  may  the  fullness  of  thy  grace 
To  all  who  here  shall  meet  be  given. 
5  And  hence,  in  spirit,  may  we  soar  [ben<K 
To  those  bright  courts  where  seraphs- 
With  awe,  like  theirs,  on  earth  adore, 
Till  with  their  anthems  ours  shall  blend. 


ORDINATION. 

63?  L.  M. 

1  XITITH  heavenly  power,  0  Lord,  defend 

If     Him  whom   we   now  to  thee  com- 
mend ; 
His  person  bless,  his  soul  secure, 
And  make  him  to  the  end  endure. 

2  Gird  him  with  all-sufficient  grace ; 
Direct  his  feet  in  paths  of  peace ;. 
Thy  truth  and  faithfulness  fulfill, 
And  help  him  to  obey  thy  will. 

3  Before  him  thy  protection  send; 
0  love  him,  save  him  to  the  end ; 
Nor  let  him,  as  thy  pilgrim,  rove 
Without  the  convoy  of  thy  love. 

4  Enlarge,  inflame,  and  fill  his  heart  j 
In  him  thy  mighty  power  exert ; 
That  thousands  yet  unborn  may  praise 
The  wonders  of  redeeming  grace. 

638  L.  M. 

1    QHEPHERD  of  Israel,  thou  dost  keep 
k3   With  constant  care  thy  humble  sheep: 
By  thee  our  faithful  pastors  rise 
To  feed  our  souls,  and  bless  our  eyes. 


PARTICULAR  OCCASIONS.    483 

To  all  thy  churches  such  impart, 
Resembling  thy  own  gracious  heart, 
"Whose  courage,  watchfulness,  and  lore. 
Men  may  attest,  and  God  approve. 
Fed  by  their  active,  tender  care, 
Healthful  may  all  thy  sheep  appear  ; 
And  by  their  fair  example  led, 
The  way  to  Zion's  pastures  tread! 
Here  hast  thou  listen'd  to  our  vows, 
And  scatter' d  blessings  on  thy  house; 
Thy  saints  are  succor  d,  and  no  more 
As  sheep  without  a  guide  deplore. 
Completely  heal  each  former  stroke, 
And  bless  the  shepherd,  and  the  flock  ; 
Confirm  the  hopes  thy  mercies  raise, 
And  own  this  tribute  of  our  praise. 


MISSIONARY    HYMNS. 


639  C.  H. 

1  T  OOK  up,  the  harvest  fields  are  white, 
J-i  And  bends  the  rip'ning  grain  ; 

Go  forth  and  reap,  lest  fall  the  night, 
And  day  be  given  in  vain. 

2  See,  India,  from  her  jewelrd  throne, 

Bows  down  the  list'ning  ear, 
And  her  unnumber'd  thousands  own 
The  dawn  of  mercy  near. 

3  A  slanting  ray  of  freedom's  sun 

Has  glanced  on  Afric's  shore  ; 

Swiftly  and  wide  the  tidings  run 

That  darkness  reigns  no  more. 


484         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

4  Go  forth — the  lamp  of  truth  is  bright — 

And  bid  its  heavenly  ray 
Dispel  the  ling'ring  shades  of  night, 
And  chase  their  gloom  away. 

5  We  plant  the  cross;  but,  Lord,  thy  breath 

Alone  has  power  to  raise, 
From  the  dark  silent  vale  of  death, 
An  army  to  thy  praise. 

64 0  L.  M. 

Missionary  meeting. 

1  A  SSEMBLED  at  thy  great  command, 
_/jl  Before  thy  face,  dread  King,  we  stand: 
The  voice  that  marshal'd  every  star, 

Has  call'd  thy  people  from  afar. 

2  We  meet  through  distant  lands  to  spread 
The  truth  for  which  the  martyrs  bled ; 
Along  the  line — to  either  pole — 

The  anthem  of  thy  praise  to  roll. 

3  Our  pray'rs  assist ;  accept  our  praise  ; 
Our  hopes  revive ;  our  courage  raise  ; 
Our  counsels  aid  ; — to  each  impart 
The  single  eye,  the  faithful  heart. 

4  Forth  with  thy  chosen  heralds  come ; 
Recall  the  wand'ring  spirits  home ; 
From  Zion's  mount  send  forth  the  sound, 
To  spread  the  spacious  earth  around. 

641  L.  M. 

The  latter  day  glory. 
1  "O  EIIOLD,  the  heathen  waits  to  know 
J3  The  joy  the  Gospel  will  bestow ; 
The  exiled  captive  to  receive 
The  freedom  Jesus  has  to  give. 


PARTICULAR  OCCASIONS.    485 

2  Come,  let  us,  with  a  grateful  heart, 
In  this  blest  labor  share  a  part ; 

Our  prayers  and  off'rings  gladly  bring, 
To  aid  the  triumphs  of  our  King. 

3  Our  hearts  exult  in  songs  of  praise, 
That  we  have  seen  these  latter  days, 
When  our  Redeemer  shall  be  known, 
Where  Satan  long  hath  held  his  throne. 

4  Where'er  his  hand  hath  spread  the  skies, 
Sweet  incense  to  his  Name  shall  rise ; 
And  slave  and  freeman,  Greek  and  Jew, 
By  sov'reign  grace  be  formed  anew. 

SABBATH   SCHOOLS. 

642  P.  M. 

Children. 

1  £~^OME,  let  our  voices  join, 
\_J  In  one  glad  song  of  praise ; 
To  God,  the  God  of  love, 

Our  grateful  hearts  we  raise : 
Congregation. 
To  God  alone  your  praise  belongs  ; 
His  love  demands  your  earliest  songs. 
Children. 

2  Now  we  are  taught  to  read 

The  book  of  life  divine  ; 
Where  our  Redeemer's  love, 

And  brightest  glories  shine  : 
Congregation. 
To  God  alone  the  praise  is  clue, 
Who  sends  his  word  to  us  anu  you. 


486         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

Children. 

3  Within  these  hallow'd  walls 

Our  wand' ring  feet  are  brought; 
Where  pray'r  and  praise  ascend, 

And  heavenly  truths  are  taught : 
Congregation. 
To  God  alone  your  off" rings  bring ; 
Here  in  his  church  his  praises  sing. 

Children. 

4  For  blessings  such  as  these, 

Our  gratitude  receive ; 
Lord,  here  accept  our  hearts, 

"lis  all  that  we  can  give : 
Congregation. 
Great  God,  accept  their  infant  songs; 
To  thee  alone  their  praise  belongs. 

Both. 

5  Lord,  bid  this  work  of  love 

Be  crown'd  with  meet  success; 
May  thousands  yet  unborn, 

This  institution  bless : 
Thus  shall  the  praise  resound  to  thee, 

Now,  and  through  all  eternity. 

643  C.  M. 

1  "%/|"ERCY,  descending  from  above, 
Av_l    In  softest  accents  pleads  ; 

0  may  each  tender  bosom  move, 
When  mercy  intercedes  ! 

2  Children  our  kind  protection  claim, 

And  GoAwill  well  approve, 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         487 

When  infants  learn  to  lisp  his  Name, 
And  their  Creator  love. 

3  Delightful  work !  young  souls  to  win, 

And  turn  the  rising  race 
From  the  deceitful  paths  of  sin, 
To  seek  their  Saviour's  face. 

4  Almighty  God!  thine  influence  shed 

To  aid  this  blest  design ; 
The  honor  of  thy  Name  be  spread, 
And  all  the  glory  thine. 

€44  C.  M. 

1  rW^HERE  is  a  glorious  world  of  light, 

§8      Above  the  starry  sky, 
Where  saints  departed,  clothed  in  white, 
Adore  the  Lord  most  high. 

2  And  hark,  amid  the  sacred  songs 

Those  heavenly  voices  raise, 
Ten  thousand  thousand  infant  tongues 
Unite  in  perfect  praise. 

3  Those  are  the  hymns  that  we  shall  know, 

If  Jesus  we  obey ; 
That  is  the  place  where  we  shall  go, 
If  found  in  wisdom's  way. 

4  This  is  the  joy  we  ought  to  seek, 

And  make  our  chief  eoneern; 
For  this  we  come  from  week  to  week, 
To  read,  and  hear,  and  learn. 

■5  Soon  will  our  earthly  race  be  run, 
Our  mortal  frame  decay ; 
Children  and  teachers,  one  by  one, 
Must  die  and  pass  away. 


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488         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

6  Great  God,  impress  this  serious  thought, 
To-day,  on  eyery  breast ; 
That  both  the  teachers  and  the  taught, 
May  dwell  among  the  blest. 

645  C.  M. 

LORD,  our  God,  thy  light  and  truth 
To  us  thy  children  send, 
That  we  may  serve  thee  in  our  youth, 
And  love  thee  to  the  end. 

2  By  nature  sinful,  weak,  and  blind, 

The  downward  path  we  trod, 
Our  wand' ring  heart  and  way  ward  mind 
Were  enemies  to  God. 

3  But  friends  and  guardians  now,  through 

Our  heedless  steps  restrain  ;  [grace 

They  teach  us,  Lord,  to  seek  thy  face, 
Which  none  shall  seek  in  vain. 

4  Hence  to  the  hills  we  lift  our  eyes, 

From  which  salvation  springs  : 
0  Sun  of  Righteousness,  arise, 
With  healing  in  thy  wings. 

646  C.  M. 

1  fTlHOU  art  our  Shepherd,  glorious  God ; 

JL    Thy  little  flock  behold, 
And  guide  us  by  thy  staff  and  rod — 
The  children  of  thy  fold. 

2  We  praise  thy  name  that  we  were  brought 

To  this  delightful  place, 
Where  we  are  watch' d,  and  warn'd,  and 
taught, 
The  children  of  thy  grace. 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         489 

3  0  may  our  friends  and  teachers  here, 
Meet  all  our  souls  above ; 
And  they  and  we  in  heaven  appear — 
The  children  of  thy  love. 

647  P.  M. 

1  fw^HERE  is  a  happy  land, 

X    Far,  far  away, — 
Where,  saints  in  glory  stand, 

Bright,  bright  as  day  : 
0  how  they  sweetly  sing, — 
Worthy  is  our  Saviour  King  ; 
Loud  let  his  praises  ring 

Forever  more. 

2  Come  to  this  happy  land, 

Come,  come,  away; 
Why  will  ye  doubting  stand  ? 

Why  still  delay  ? 
0  we  shall  happy  be, 
When,  from  sin  and  sorrow  free, 
Lord,  we  shall  live  with  thee, 

Blest  evermore. 

3  Bright,  in  that  happy  land, 

Beams  every  eye ; 
Kept  by  a  Father's  hand, 

Love  cannot  die. 
0,  then,  to  glory  run  j 
Be  a  crown  and  kingdom  won ; 
And  bright  above  the  sun, 

Beign  evermore. 


490         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 
NATIONAL    HYMNS. 

64 §  L.  M. 

National  blessings. 

1  r\  REAT  God  of  nations,  now  to  thee 
\Jf  Our  hymn  of  gratitude  we  raise  ; 
With  humble  heart,  and  bending  knee, 

W e  offer  thee  our  songs  of  praise. 

2  Thy  Name  we  bless,  almighty  God, 

For  all  the  kindness  thou  hast  shown 
To  this  fair  land  the  pilgrims  trod, — 
This  land  we  fondly  call  our  own. 

3  Here  freedom  spreads  her  banner  wide, 

And  casts  her  soft  and  hallow'd  ray ; 
Here  thou  our  fathers'  steps  didst  guide 
In  safety  through  their  dang'rous  way. 

4  We  praise  thee  that  the  Gospel's  light 

Through  all  our  land  its  radiance  sheds; 
Dispels  the  shades  of  error's  night, 
And   heavenly    blessings    round    us 
spreads. 

5  Great  God,  preserve  us  in  thy  fear ; 

In  danger  still  our  guardian  be ; 
0,  spread  thy  truth's  bright  precepts  here; 
Let  all  the  people  worship  thee. 

<849  L.  M. 

Thanksgiving  for  national  peace. 

1    JM  REAT  Ruler  of  the  earth  and  skies, 
vJT  A  word  of  thine  almighty  breath 
Can  sink  the  world,  or  bid  it  rise : 
Thy  smile  is  life,  thy  frown  is  death. 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         491 

2  "When  angry  nations  rush  to  arms, 

And  rage,  and  noise,  and  tumult  reign, 
And  war  resounds  its  dire  alarms, 

And  slaughter  dyes  the  hostile  plain, — 
S  Thy  sov'reign  eye  looks  calmly  down, 

And  marks  their  course,  &  bounds  their 

Thy  law  the  angry  nations  own,    [power ; 

And  noise  and  war  are  heard  no  more. 

4  Then  peace  returns  with  balmy  wing ; 

Sweetpeace,  with  her  whatblessings  fled! 
Glad  plenty  laughs,  the  valleys  sing, 
Reviving  commerce  lifts  her  head. 

5  To  thee  we  pay  our  grateful  songs; 

Thy  kind  protection  still  implore : 
0  may  our  hearts,  and  lives,  and  tongues, 
Confess  thy  goodness,  and  adore. 

650  C.  M. 

National  deliverances  ascribed  to  God. 

1  &~\  LORD,  our  fathers  oft  have  told, 
\Jr  In  our  attentive  ears, 

Thy  wonders  in  their  days  performed, 
And  in:more  ancient  years. 

2  'Twas  not  their  courage,  or  their  sword, 

To  them  salvation  gave ; 
'Twas  not  their  number,  or  their  strength, 
That  did  their  country  save. 

3  But  thy  right  hand,  thy  powerful  arm, 

Whose  succor  they  implored, — 
Thy  providence  protected  them, 
Who  thy  great  Name  adored. 

4  As  thee  their  God  our  fathers  owned, 

So  thou  art  still  our  King; 


492         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

0,  therefore,  as  thou  didst  to  them, 
To  us  deli v' ranee  bring. 

5  To  thee  the  glory  we  ascribe, 
From  whom  salvation  came; 
In  God,  our  shield,  we  will  rejoice, 
And  ever  bless  thy  Name. 

651  L.  M. 

GW,  the  nation's  guardian. 

1  JT\  RE  AT  God !  beneath  whose  piercing  eye 
\J  The  earth's  extended  kingdoms  lie  ; 
Whose  fav'ring  smile  upholds  them  all, 
"Whose  anger  smites  them,  and  they  fall; — 

2  We  bow  before  thy  heavenly  throne  ; 
Thy  power  we  see — thy  greatness  own ; 
Yet,  cherished  by  thy  milder  voice, 
Our  bosoms  tremble  and  rejoice. 

%  Thy  kindness  to  our  fathers  shown 

Their  children's  children  long  shall  own  ; 
To  thee,  with  grateful  hearts,  shall  raise 
The  tribute  of  exulting  praise. 

4  Led  on  by  thine  unerring  aid, 
Secure  the  paths  of  life  we  tread ; 
And,  freely  as  the  vital  air, 

Thy  first  and  noblest  bounties  share. 

5  Great  God.  our  guardian,  guide,  &  friend! 
0  still  thy  sheltering  arm  extend  ; 
Preserved  by  thee  for  ages  past, 

For  ages  let  thy  kindness  last! 


PARTICULAR    OCCASIONS.         493 
SEASONS    OP   THE   YEAR. 

652  L.  M. 

1  r\  RE  AT  God,  at  whose  all-powerful  call 
\Jf     At  nrst  arose  this  beauteous  frame  ! 

By  thee  the  seasons  change,  and  all 
The  changing  seasons  speak  thy  name. 

2  Thy  bounty  bids  the  infant  year, 

From  winter  storms  recover' d,  rise; 
When  thousand  grateful  scenes  appear, 
Fresh  op'ning  to  our  wond'ring  eyes. 

3  0  how  uelightful  'tis  to  see 

The  earth  in  vernal  beauty  drest ! 
While  in  each  herb,  and  flower,  and  tree, 
Thy  blooming  glories  shine  confest  ! 

4  Aloft,  full  beaming,  reigns  the  sun, 

And  light  and  genial  heat  conveys  ; 
And,  while  he  leads  the  seasons  on, 
From  Thee  derives  his  quick'ning  rays. 

5  Indulgent  God!  from  every  part 

Thy  plenteous  blessings  largely  flow  ; 
We  see;  we  taste; — let  every  heart 
With  grateful  love  and  duty  glow. 

653  L.  M. 

1  rffllHY  providence,  great  God,  we  praise, 

Ml.    How  good  &  great  are  all  thy  ways ! 
Thy  bounty  crowns  our  passing  years, 
And  dissipates  our  anxious  fears. 

2  Thy  promise  stands  forever  fast, 

While  sun  and  moon,  and  earth  shall  last; 

The  laws  of  season  shall  endure, 

Till  time  and  stars  are  known  no  more. 


494         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

S  Summer  and  winter,  cold  and  heat, 
And  night,  and  day,  in  order  meet; 
Seed-time,  and  harvest,  each  succeed, 
To  prove  thy  love — supply  our  need. 

4  When  years  are  past,  and  seasons  o'er, 
We  still  shall  prove  thy  cov'nant  sure; 
And  in  the  shining  realms  of  bliss, 
Adore  thy  goodness  and  thy  grace. 

654  L.  M. 

1  rinHE  flow'ry  spring,  at  God's  command, 

JL    Perfumes  the  air,  and  paints  the  land; 
The  summer  rays  with  vigor  shine, 
To  raise  the  corn,  and  cheer  the  vine. 

2  His  hand  in  autumn  richly  pours, 
Through  all  her  coasts,  redundant  stores  ; 
And  winters,  soft  en' d  by  his  care, 

No  more  the  face  of  horror  wear. 

5  Seasons,  and  months,  and  weeks,  and  days. 
Demand  successive  songs  of  praise  ; 
And  be  the  cheerful  homage  paid, 

With  morning  light  and  evening  shade. 
4  And  0,  may  each  harmonious  tongue, 
In  worlds  unknown,  the  praise  prolong  ; 
And  in  those  brighter  courts  adore, 
Where  days  and  years  revolve  no  more. 

655  CM. 


BEHOLD  !    long-wish'd-for    spring   is 
How  alter'd  is  the  scene  1  [come, 

The  trees  and  shrubs  are  dress'd  in  bloom, 
The  earth  array' d  in  green. 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         49"5 

2  Where'er  we  tread,  the  clustering  flowers 

Beauteous  around  us  spring; 
The  bird3,  with  joint  harmonious  powers, 
Invite  our  hearts  to  sing. 

3  But  ah  !  in  vain  I  strive  to  join, 

Oppress'd  with  sin  and  doubt ; 
I  feel  'tis  winter  still  within, 
Though  all  is  spring  without. 

4  0!  would  my  Saviour,  from  on  high, 

Break  through  these  clouds  and  shine  ) 
No  creature  then  more  bless' d  than  I, 
No  song  more  loud  than  mine. 

5  Lord,  let  thy  word  my  hopes  revive, 

And  overcome  my  foes  ; 
0  make  my  languid  graces  thrive, 
And  blossom  like  the  rose. 

65©  C.  M. 

Summer. 

1  H|^0  praise  th'  ever-bounteous  Lord, 

JL     My  soul,  wake  all  thy  powers ; 
He  calls,  and  at  his  voice  come  forth 
The  smiling  harvest  hours. 

2  His  cov'nant  with  the  earth  he  keeps, 

My  tongue,  his  goodness  sing; 
Summer  and  winter  know  their  time, 
His  harvest  crowns  the  spring. 

3  Well  pleased,  the  toiling  swains  behold 

The  waving  yellow  crop  ; 
With  joy  they  bear  the  sheaves  away, 
And  sow  again  in  hope. 

4  Thus  teach  me,  gracious  God,  to  sow 

The  seeds  of  righteousness  j 


496         PARTICULAR    OCCASIONS. 

Smile  on  my  soul,  and  with  thy  beams 

The  rip'ning  harvest  bless. 
5  Then,  in  the  last  great  harvest,  I 

Shall  reap  a  glorious  crop  ; 
The  harvest  shall  by  far  exceed 

What  I  have  sown  in  hope. 

65?  C.  M. 

Winter. 

1  QTERN  winter  throws  his  icy  chains, 
O  Encircling  nature  round  ; 

How  bleak,  how  comfortless  the  plains, 
Late  with  gay  verdure  crowned  ! 

2  The  sun  withdraws  his  vital  beams, 

And  light  and  warmth  depart  ; 
And  drooping,  lifeless  nature  seems 
An  emblem  of  my  heart. 

3  My  heart,  when  mental  winter  reigns 

In  night's  dark  mantle  clad, 
Confin'd  in  cold  inactive  chains, 
How  desolate  and  sad  ! 

4  Return,  0  blissful  sun,  and  bring 

Thy  soul-reviving  ray; 
This  mental  winter  shall  be  spring, 
This  darkness  cheerful  day. 

5  0  happy  state,  divine  abode, 

Where  spring  eternal  reigns; 

And  perfect  day,  the  smile  of  God, 

Fills  all  the  heavenly  plains. 

6  Great  source  of  light,  thy  beams  display, 

My  drooping  joys  restore, 
And  guide  me  to  the  seats  of  day, 
Where  winter  chills  no  more. 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         497 
TEMPERANCE. 

658  C.  M. 

1  TTNTEMP'RANCE,  like  a  raging  flood, 
JL  Is  sweeping  o'er  the  land; 

Its  dire  effects,  in  tears  and  blood. 
Are  traced  on  every  hand. 

2  It  still  flows  on,  and  bears  away 

Ten  thousands  to  their  doom: 
Who  shall  the  mighty  torrent  stay, 
And  disappoint  the  tomb  ? 

3  Almighty  God!  no  hand  but  thine 

Can  check  this  flowing  tide ; 
Stretch  out  thine  arm  of  power  divine, 
And  bid  the  flood  subside. 

4  Dry  up  the  source  from  whence  it  flows, 

Destroy  its  fountain  head ; 
That  dire  Intemp'rance  and  its  woes 
No  more  the  earth  o'erspread. 

659.  11.11.11.12.5.11. 

The  drunkard's  lament. 

1  "V/f  ID  sorrows  and  sadness  I'm  destin'd 
J-TjL  to  roam, 

Forlorn  &  forsaken,  depriv'd  of  my  home, 
Intemp'rance  hath  robb'd  me  of  all  that 

was  dear, 
Of  my  home  in  the  skies,  and  my  happi- 
ness here. 
Home!  home!  sweet,  sweet  home! 
ile  fron 
home. 
32 


498         PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS. 

2  I  vainly  presum'd,  when  I  first  took  the 

cup, 
I  could  drink  if  I  cliose,  or  I  could  give  it 

up: 
But  I  tamper' d  too  long,  too  long  tempted 

heaven, 
Till  an  outcast  from  God  and  his  presence 

I'm  driven. 
Home  !  home !  sweet,  sweet  home, 
On  earth  or  in  heaven  I  shall  ne'er  find 

a  home. 

3  My  heart-broken  wife   in  her  grave  hath 

found  rest, 
And  my  children  have  gone  to  the  land  of 

the  blest; 
While   I,   a  poor  wretch,  a  vile  wand'rer 

like  Cain, 
With  the  "mark"  of  the  beast  on  the  earth 

still  remain. 
Home!  home!  sweet,  sweet  home! 
How  happy  was  I  with  my  lov'd  ones  at 

home ! 

4  Farewell   to  the   social  endearments  of 

home  ! 
Justly   loath' d  by   my  fellows,  I  wander 

alone, 
For  presumpt'ously  sinning  and  tempting. 

the  Lord, 
Of  the  fruit  of  my  ways  I  must  reap  the 

reward. 
Home !  home  !  sweet,  sweet  home ! 
An  exile  from  God,  I  shall  ne'er  find  a 

home. 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         499 
L.  M. 

AIL,  Temp'rance,  fair  celestial  ray  I 
Bright  herald  of  a  new-born  day  ! 
Long  did  we  need  thy  cheering  light 
To  chase  away  our  darksome  night. 

2  Deep  and  appalling  was  the  gloom — ■ 
'Twas  like  the  darkness  of  the  tomb — • 
When  first  our  much  delighted  eyes 
Beheld  thy  beauteous  beams  arise. 

S  'Twas  God  iu  mercy  bade  thee  rise; 
We  hail  thee  as  a  boon  divine  ; 
And  now  in  grateful  strains  would  raisQ 
Our  voices  in  his  matchless  praise. 

4  Eternal  Lord !  we  own  thy  grace 
In  all  that  aids  our  guilty  race  ; 
Now  send  thy  Spirit  from  above, 
And  fill  our  hearts  with  joy  and  love. 

661  8.  7.  8.  7.  4.  7. 

1  "OOUNDthe  Temp'rance  standard  rally, 
JtJL  All  the  friends  of  human  kind ; 
Snatch  the  devotees  of  folly, 

Wretched,  perishing,  and  blind : 

Loudly  tell  them 
How  they  comfort  now  may  find. 

2  Bear  the  blissful  tidings  onward, 

Bear  them  all  the  world  around  ; 

Let  the  myriads  thronging  downward, 

Hear  the  sweet  and  blissful  sound, 

And,  obeying, 
In  the  paths  of  peace  be  found. 
8  Plant  the  Temp'rance  standard  firmly ; 
Round  it  live,  and  round  it  die  j 


500         PARTICULAR    OCCASIONS. 

Young  and  old,  defend  it  sternly, 
Till  we  gain  the  victory, 

And  all  nations 
Hail  the  happy  Jubilee. 
4  Now  unto  the  Lamb  for  ever, 
Fountain  of  all  light  and  love, 
Let  the  glory  now  and  ever 
Be  ascribed  to  Him  above, 

Whose  compassion 
Did  the  friends  of  Temp'rance  move. 

6<B2  C.  M. 

1  {\JR,  this  glad  day,  0  God,  we  would, 
Xjr  Through  thy  beloved  Son, 
Acknowledge  Thee  for  all  the  good 

That  Temperance  has  done. 

2  We  thank  Thee  for  the  thousands  saved 

From  soul-eeducing  drink, 
Who  by  its  power  were  long  enslav'd, 
And  cast  on  ruin's  brink. 

8  0  let  thy  Holy  Spirit  dwell 

Where  vice  too  long  has  reigned ; 
For  where  thy  mercy  breaks  the  spell 
The  victory  is  gained. 


MARRIAGE. 


663  C  M. 


aS 


^lINCE  Jesus  freely  did  appear 
To  grace  a  marriage  feast, 
0  Lord,  we  ask  thy  presence  here, 
To  make  a  wedding  guest. 


PARTICULAR   OCCASIONS.         501 

2  Upon  the  wedded  pair  look  clown, 

Who  now  have  plighted  hands : 
Their  union  with  thy  favor  crown, 
And  bless  the  nuptial  bands. 

3  In  purest  love  these  souls  unite 

That  they,  with  Christian  care, 
May  make  domestic  burdens  light, 
By  taking  mutual  share. 

4  And  when  that  solemn  hour  shall  come, 

A        And  life's  short  space  be  o'er, 
May  they  in  triumph  reach  that  home, 
Where  they  shall  part  no  more. 

©64  4  lines  8s.  &  Is. 

OME,  thou  condescending  Jesus ! 
Thou  hast  blest  a  marriage  feast ; 
Come,  and  with  thy  presence  bless  us, 
Deign  to  be  an  honor' d  guest. 

2  Once  at  Canaan's  happy  village, 

Thou  didst  heavenly  joy  impart ; 
Though  unseen,  may  thy  blest  image 
Be  inscribed  on  every  heart. 

3  Lord,  we'  come  to  ask  thy  blessing 

On  the  happy  pair  to  rest  ; 
t    May  thy  goodness,  never  ceasing, 
Make  them  now  and  ever  blest. 

4  Thou  canst  change  the  course  of  nature, 

Turning  water  into  wine  ; 

But  we  ask  a  greater  favor — 

May  they  be  forever  thine. 

5  Thine  by  cov'nant  and  adoption, 

Thine  by  free  and  sov'reign  grace; 


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502  MISCELLANEOUS. 

May  they,  in  each  'word  and  action, 
Do  thy  will  and  speak  thy  praise. 
6  Through  this  life's  tempestuous  ocean, 
Storms  are  thick,  and  dangers  nigh ; 

0  may  constant  pure  devotion 

Guide  them  safe  to  realms  on  high. 


MISCELLANEOUS. 

6©5  L.  M. 

1  "¥'M  glad  that  I  was  horn  to  die; 
JL  From  grief  and  woe  my  soul  shall  flj 
Bright  angels  shall  convey  me  home, 
Away  to  New  Jerusalem. 

2  I  have  some  friends  before  me  gone, 
And  I'm  resolved  to  follow  on; 
They  're  happy  round  my  Fathers  throne; 
They  're  looking  out  for  me  to  come. 

8  I  hope  to  meet  my  brethren  there, 
fc   Who  used  to  join  with  me  in  pray'r ; 
If  you  get  there  before  I  do, 
Look  out  for  me,  I'm  coming  too. 

4  I'll  praise  my  Maker  while  I've  breath; 
I  hope  to  praise  him  after  death : 

I  hope  to  praise  him  when  I  die, 
And  shout  salvation  as  I  fly. 

5  And  when  to  that  bright  world  I  come, 
And  join  my  everlasting  home, 

My  soul  shall  there  forever  bloom, 
Until  my  body  leaves  the  tomb. 
Q  Then  all  shall  hear  the  solemn  sound, 
Awake  ye  nations  under  ground ! 


I 


MISCELLANEOUS.  503 

Arise  and  drop  your  dying  shrouds, 
And  meet  King  Jesus  in  the  clouds. 
7  There  I  shall  see  my  glorious  God, 
And  triumph  in  his  blest  abode  ; 
My  theme,  through  all  eternity, 
Shall  glory,  glory,  glory,  be  ! 
■666  4  8s.  &  2  6s. 

1  ITJOW  happy  is  the  pilgrim's  lot: 

JO.  How  free  from  every  anxious  thought, 

From  worldly  hope  and  fear  ! 
Confined  to  neither  court  nor  cell, 
His  soul  disdains  on  earth  to  dwell, 
He  only  sojourns  here. 
"2  This  happiness  in  part  is  mine, 
Already  saved  from  low  design, 

From  every  creature  love  1 
Blest  with  the  scorn  of  finite  good, 
My  soul  is  lighten'd  of  its  load, 
And  seeks  the  things  above. 

3  The  things  eternal  I  pursue ; 
A  happiness  beyond  the  view 

Of  those  that  basely  pant 
For  things  bj  nature  felt  and  seen ; 
Their  honors,  wealth,  and  pleasures  mean, 

I  neither  have  nor  want. 

4  I  have  no  babes  to  hold  me  here ; 
But  children  more  securely  dear 

For  mine  I  humbly  claim, 
Better  than  daughters  or  than  sons, 
Temples  divine,  of  living  stones, 

Inscribed  with  Jesus'  name. 

5  Though  I  no  foot  of  land  possess, 
.Nor  cottage  in  this  wilderness  : 


504  MISCELLANEOUS. 

A  poor  way-faring  man, 
I  lodge  awhile  in  tents  below, 
Or  gladly  wander  to  and  fro, 

Till  I  my  Canaan  gain. 

6  Nothing  on  earth  I  call  my  own ; 
A  stranger  to  the  world  unknown, 

I  all  their  goods  despise  ; 
I  trample  on  their  whole  delight, 
And  seek  a  city  out  of  sight, 

A  city  in  the  skies. 

7  There  is  my  house  and  portion  fair ; 
My  treasure  and  my  heart  are  there, 

And  my  abiding  home; 
For  me  my  elder  brethren  stay, 
And  angels  beckon  me  away, 

And  Jesus  bids  me  come  ! 

8  I  come,  thy  servant,  Lord,  replies  ; 
I  come  to  meet  thee  in  the  skies, 

And  claim  my  heavenly  rest ! 
Soon  will  the  pilgrim's  journey  end  ; 
Then,  0  my  Saviour,  Brother,  Friend, 

Receive  me  to  thy  breast  ! 
667  4  lines  8s. 

1  "TTTE  speak  of  the  realms  of  the  bless'd, 

\  Y    That  country  so  bright  and  so  fair ; 
And  oft  are  its  glories  confess' d, 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there  ! 

2  We  speak  of  its  freedom  from  sin, 

From  sorrow,  temptation,  and  care, 
From  trials  without  and  within — 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there! 

3  We  speak  of  its  service  of  love, 

The  robes  which  the  glorified  wear, 


J 


MISCELLANEOUS.  505 

The  church  of  the  first-born  above — 
But  what  must  it  be  to  be  there ! 
4  Do  thou,  Lord,  midst  pleasure  or  woe, 
For  heaven  my  spirit  prepare  ; 

And  shortly  I  also  shall  know, 
And  feel  what  it  is  to  be  there. 

668  S.  M. 

1  T  OVE  fills  all  heaven  with  light ; 

|  a  Love  tunes  the  lyres  above ; 
Angels  and  saints  their  songs  unite, 
And  every  voice  is  love. 

2  That  holy,  happy  throng 

In  sweet  accordance  move; 
Jesus  their  everlasting  song, 
And  every  accent  love. 
8  Soon  will  the  church  below 
Unite  with  that  above; 
The  Saviour's  blissful  presence  know, 
And  sing  redeeming  love. 

669  C.  M. 

1  "^ITIDE  is  the  gate,  and  broad  the  way, 

f?     Which  leads  to  endless  woe! 
My  soul,  behold  what  multitudes 
Down  to  perdition  go  ! 

2  But  yonder  see  that  narrow  path, 

Which  leads  to  endless  bliss — 
There  see  a  happy  chosen  few, 
Redeemed  by  sov'reign  grace. 

3  They  from  destruction's  city  came, 

To  Zion  upward  tend: 
The  Bible  is  their  precious  map, 
And  God  himself  their  friend. 


506  MISCELLANEOUS. 

4  Dear  Lord  !  I  would  a  pilgrim  be; 

Guide  thou  my  feet  aright ; 
I  would  not  for  ten  thousand  worlds, 
Be  banished  from  thy  sight. 

5  'Tis  heaven  to  see  thy  blissful  face — 

I  long  to  dwell  above ; 
To  feast  on  thy  unbounded  stores, 
And  praise  redeeming  love. 
6?©  L.  M. 

1/^0,  my  beloved  husband,  go, 

\Jf  And  loud  the  Gospel  trumpet  blow ; 
Proclaim  to  Adam's  fallen  race 
The  riches  of  redeeming  grace. 

2  Warn  sinners  of  their  dreadful  state, 
That  they  repent  ere  it  's  too  late, 
And  point  them  to  a  Saviour's  blood, 
That  they  may  know  a  pard'ning  God. 

3  Exhort  believers  not  to  rest 

Short  of  the  mind  that  Christ  possess'd, 
'Till  they  are  saved  and  cleansed  from  sin, 
And  perfectly  renewed  within. 

4  See  souls  regardless  of  all  good, 
Rushing  with  speed  the  downward  road; 
And  Christians  setting  on  their  lees, 
Intent  on  honors,  pleasures,  ease. 

5  Go,  then,  my  love,  be  strong,  be  bold ; 
The  great  reward  is  yet  untold, 
That  waits  the  faithful  sons  of  God, 
On  Zion's  peaceful  blest  abode. 

6  It 's  very  painful  to  my  heart, 
With  him  I  love  so  oft  to  part, 


MISCELLANEOUS.  507 

And  nature  drops  the  silent  tear, 
But  Jesus  whispers,  I  am  here. 

7  Then  whilst  his  love  he  doth  reveal, 
Through  all  my  soul  a  heaven  I  feel ; 
Then  I  can  part  with  all  that  's  clear, 
And  grace  restrains  the  falling  tear. 

8  Then  let  us  cheerfully  sustain 

A  few  more  days  of  toil  and  pain,  - 
Till  we  are  call'd,  with  those  above, 
To  sing  the  wonders  of  his  love. 

671  P.  M. 

"All  is  well" 

HAT'S  this  that  steals,  that  steals 
upon  my  frame  ? 
Is  it  death  ?  is  it  death  ? 
That  soon  will  quench,  will  quench  this 
vital  flame  ? 
Is  it  death?  is  it  death? 
If  this  be  death,  I  soon  shall  be 
From  every  pain  and  sorrow  free ; 
I  shall  the  King  of  glory  see : 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 

Weep  not  my  friends,  my  friends  weep  not 
for  me, 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 
My  sins  are  pardon' d,  pardond,  I  am  free, 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 
There's  not  a  cloud  that  doth  arise, 
To  hide  my  Saviour  from  mine  eyes : 
I  soon  shall  mount  the  upper  skie3: 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 


508  MISCELLANEOUS. 

3  Tune,   tune  your  harps,   your  harps,   ye 

saints  in  glory, 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 
I  will  rehearse,  rehearse  the  pleasing  story, 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 
Bright  angels  are  from  glory  come, 
They're  round  my  bed,  they're  in  my 

room, 
They  wait  to  waft  my  spirit  home  ; 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 

4  Hark,  hark,  my  Lord,  my  Lord  and  Master 

calls  me; 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 
I  soon  shall  see,  shall  see  his  face  in  glory; 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 
Farewell,  my  friends,  adieu,  adieu, 
I  can  no  longer  stay  with  you, 
My  glitt'ring  crown  appears  in  view  ; 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 

5  Hail,  hail,  all  hail,  all  hail  ye  blood-wash'd 

throng, 
Saved  by  grace,  saved  by  grace, 
I  come  to  join,  to  join  your  rapt'rous  song, 
Saved  by  grace,  saved  by  grace  ; 
All,  all  is  peace  and  joy  divine, 
And  heaven  and  glory  now  are  mine ; 
0  hallelujah  to  the  Lamb, 
All  is  well,  all  is  well. 

6T2  C.  M. 

1    C<  ING  to  the  Lord,  ye  distant  lands, 
k3  Ye  tribes  of  every  tongue  ; 
His  new  discover"  d  grace  demands 
A  new  and  nobler  song. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  509 

2  Say  to  the  nations,  Jesus  reigns, 
God's  own  almighty  Son; 
His  power  the  sinking  world  sustains, 
And  grace  surrounds  his  throne. 
8  Let  heaven  proclaim  the  joyful  day, 
Joy  through  the  earth  be  seen ; 
Let  cities  shine  in  bright  array, 
And  fields  in  cheerful  green. 

4  The  joyous  earth,  the  bending  skies, 

His  glorious  train  display';1 
Ye  mountains  sink,  ye  valleys  rise, 
Prepare  the  Lord  his  way. 

5  Behold,  he  comes,  he  comes  to  bless 

The  nations  as  their  God  ; 
To  show  the  world  his  righteousness, 
And  send  his  truth  abroad. 

673  8  lines  9s.  &  8s.,  &  1  10. 

1  OELIGION  is  a  glorious  treasure, 
X\  Diffusion  of  the  Saviour's  love; 
The  Spirit's  comfort  without  measure  ; 

It  joins  our  souls  to  those  above  ; 
It  calms  our  fears,  it  soothes  our  sorrows — 
"  It  smoothes  our  way  o'er  life's  rough  sea; 
"While  endless  ages  are  onward  rolling, 
This  heavenly  portion  ours  shall  be. 

2  While  journeying  here  thro'  tribulations, 

In  phalanx  firm  we'll  march  along : 
Contentions  may  divide  the  nations, 

But  Christ  shall  be  our  common  song — • 
For  pure  religion  knits  together — 

It  binds  in  love,  but  makes  us  free : 
While  endless  ages  are  onward  rolling, 

This  heavenly  portion  ours  shall  be. 


510  MISCELLANEOUS. 

8  How  vain  !  how  frail!  how  transitory  ! 

This  world,  with  all  its  pomp  and  show; 
Its  mighty  names,  renowned  in  story — 

We'll  gladly  leave  them  all  below. 
A  brighter  object  now  enraptures — 

In  Christ  alone  we  beauties  see  : 
While  endless  ages  are  onward  rolling, 

This  heavenly  portion  ours  shall  be. 
4  Our  earthly  house  is  fast  dissolving, 

And  mortal  life  will  soon  be  o'er; 
The  cares  within  us  now  revolving, 

Will  soon  afflict  our  hearts  no  more ; 
But  pure  religion  lasts  forever ; 

In  death  our  souls  shall  strengthen' d  be; 
While  endless  ages  are  onward  rolling, 

This  heavenly  portion  ours  shall  be. 

6^4  C.  M. 

1  TTESUS,  I  love  thy  charming  Name, 
&i    'Tis  music  to  mine  ear; 

Fain  would  I  sound  it  out  so  loud, 
That  earth  and  heaven  might  hear. 

2  Yes,  thou  art  precious  to  my  soul, 

My  transport  and  my  trust; 
Jewels  to  thee  are  gaudy  toys, 

And  gold  is  sordid  dust. 
8  All  my  capacious  powers  can  wish, 

In  thee  doth  richly  meet ; 
Nor  to  my  eyes  is  light  so  dear, 

Nor  friendship  half  so  sweet. 
4  Thy  grace  shall  dwell  upon  my  heart; 

And  shed  its  fragrance  there ; 
The  noblest  balm  of  all  its  wounds, 

The  cordial  of  its  care. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  511 

5  I'll  speak  the  honors  of  thy  Name, 
With  my  last  lab' ring  breath; 
And,  dying,  clasp  thee  in  my  arms, 
The  antidote  of  death. 

675  C.  M. 

1  "Q  ELIGION  is  the  ehief  concern 
_£\y  Of  mortals  here  below : 
May  I  its  great  importance  learn, 

Its  so v' reign  virtue  know. 

2  More  needful  this,  than  glitt'ring  wealth? 

Or  aught  the  world  bestows  ; 
Nor  reputation,  food,  or  health, 

Can  give  us  such  repose. 
S  Religion  should  our  thoughts  engage, 

Amidst  our  youthful  bloom  ; 
'Twill  fit  us  for  declining  age, 

And  for  the  awful  tomb. 

4  0  may  my  heart,  by  grace  renewed, 

Be  my  Redeemer's  throne  ; 
And  be  my  stubborn  will  subdued, 
His  government  to  own. 

5  Let  deep  repentance,  faith  and  love7 

•  Be  joined  with  godly  fear  ; 
And  all  my  conversation  prove 

My  heart  to  be  sincere. 

676  C.  M. 

1  "l^n"HAT  poor  despised  company 

*  V     Of  travelers  are  these, 
That  walk  in  yonder  narrow  way. 

Along  the  rugged  ma2e  ? 

2  Ah,  these  are  of  a  royal  line, 

AH  children  of  a  King ; 


512  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Heirs  of  immortal  crowns  divine, 
And  lo  !  for  joy  they  sing. 

3  Why  do  they  then  appear  so  mean, 

And  why  so  much  despis'd  ? 
Because  of  their  rich  robes  unseen, 
The  world  is  not  appris'd. 

4  But  some  of  them  seem  poor,  distress'd, 

And  lacking  daily  bread  ; 
Ah,  they're  of  boundless  wealth  possess' d, 
With  hidden  manna  fed. 

5  But  why  keep  they  the  narrow  road, 

That  rugged  thorny  maze  ? 
Why  that's  the  way  their  Leader  trod, — 
They  love  and  keep  his  ways. 

6  Why  do  they  shun  the  pleasing  path, 

That  worldlings  love  so  well  ? 
Because  that  is  the  road  to  death, 
The  open  road  to  hell. 

7  What,  is  there  then  no  other  road, 

To  Salem's  happy  ground? 

Christ  is  the  only  way  to  God, 

None  other  can  be  found. 

6T*  L-  M. 

1  nnHE  spacious  firmament  on  high, 
JL    With  all  the  blue  ethereal  sky, 
And  spangled  heavens,  a  shining  frame, 
Their  great  Original  proclaim  : 
Th'  unweari'd  sun,  from  day  to  day, 
Doth  his  Creator's  power  display, 
And  publishes  to  every  land 
The  work  of  an  Almighty  Hand. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  513 

2  Soon  as  the  evening  shades  prevail, 
The  moon  takes  up  the  wondrous  tale, 
And  nightly,  to  the  list'ning  earth, 
Repeats  the  story  of  her  birth  ; 

While  all  the  stars  that  round  her  burn, 
And  all  the  planets  in  their  turn, 
Confirm  the  tidings  as  they  roll, 
And  spread  the  truth  from  pole  to  pole. 

3  What,  though  in  solemn  silence  all 
Move  round  the  dark  terrestrial  ball ; 
What,  though  no  real  voice  nor  sound 
Amid  the  radiant  orbs  be  found  ; 

In  reason's  ear  they  all  rejoice, 
And  utter  forth  a  glorious  voice ; 
For  ever  singing  as  they  shine, 
"The  Hand  that  made  us  is  Divine." 

67S  10s. 

1  rSTEOTJ  sweet  gliding  Kedron,    by  thy 

JL  silver  streams, 

Our  Saviour  at  midnight,  when  moonlight's 
pale  beams 

Shone  bright  on  the  waters,  would  fre- 
quently stray, 

And  lose,  in  thy  murmurs,  the  toils  of  the 
day. 

2  How  damp  were  the  vapors  that  fell  on  his 

head  ! 
How  hard  was  his  pillow,  how  humble  his 

bed! 
The  angels,  astonished,  grew  sad  at  the 

sight, 
And  followed  their  Master  with  solemn 

delight. 
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514  MISCELLANEOUS. 

3  0  garden   of  Olivet,    thou  dear   honored 

spot, 
The  fame  of  thy  wonder  shall  ne'er  be- 

forgot ; 
The  theme  most  transporting  to  seraphs 

above ; 
The  triumph  of  sorrow,  the  triumph  of  love! 

4  Come,  saints,  and  adore  him;  come,  bow 

at  his  feet ! 
0,  give  him  the  glory,  the  praise  that  is 

meet; 
Let  joyful  hosannas  unceasing  arise, 
And  join  the  full  chorus,  that  gladdens  the- 

skies. 

679  C.  M. 

1  4T\  FOR  a  breeze  of  heavenly  love, 
\jr  To  waft  my  soul  away 

To  the  celestial  world  above, 
"Where  pleasures  ne'er  decay. 

2  Eternal  Spirit,  deign  to  be 

My  pilot  here  below, 
To  steer  through  life's  tempestuous  sea. 
Where  angry  tempests  blow. 

3  From  rocks  of  pride  on  either  hand, 

From  quicksands  of  despair, 

0  guide  me  safe  to  Canaan's  land, 

Through  every  latent  snare. 

4  Anchor  me  in  that  port  above, 

On  that  celestial  shore, 
Where  dashing  billows  never  move,, 
Where  tempests  never  roar. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  515 

6§0  8  lines  8s.  &  7s. 

1  TET  thy  kingdom,  blessed  Saviour, 
JLi  Come  and  bid  our  jarrings  cease  ; 
Come,  0  come !  and  reign  for  ever, 

God  of  love,  and  Prince  of  peace ; 
Visit  now  poor  bleeding  Zion, 

Hear  thy  people  mourn  and  weep, 
Day  and  night  thy  lambs  are  crying, 

Come,  good  Shepherd,  feed  thy  sheep. 

2  Some  for  Paul,  some  for  Apollos, 

Some  for  Cephas — none  agree ; 
Jesus,  let  us  hear  thee  call  us; 

Help  us,  Lord,  to  follow  thee ; 
Then  we'll  rush  through  what  encumbers, 

Over  ev'ry  hind'rance  leap  ; 
Not  kept  back  by  force,  or  numbers — ■ 

Come,  good  Shepherd,  feed  thy  sheep. 

3  Lord,  in  us  there  is  no  merit — 

We've  been  sinners  from  our  youth  ; 
Guide  us,  Lord,  by  thy  good  Spirit, 

Which  shall  teach  us  all  thy  truth ; 
.On  thy  Gospel  word  we'll  venture, 

Till  in  death's  cold  arms  we  sleep, 
Love  our  Lord,  and  Christ  our  Saviour — 

0  !  good  Shepherd  feed  thy  sheep. 

681  P.  M. 

E  soldiers  of  Jesus,  pray  stand  to  your 

arms, 
Prepare  for  the  battle,  the  Gospel  alarms; 
The  trumpets  are  sounding,  come  soldiers 

and  see 
The  standard  and  colors  of  sweet  liberty. 


aY 


516  MISCELLANEOUS. 

2  Though  Satan's  black  trumpet  is  sounding 

so  near, 
Take  courage,  brave  soldiers,  his  armies 

we  dare : 
In  the  strength  of  King  Jesus  we  dare  him 

to  fight, 
We'll  put  his  black  armies  of  aliens  to 

flight. 

3  In  the  mount  of  salvation,  in  Christ's  ar- 

mory, 
Are  swords,  shields,  and  breast-plates,  & 

helmets  for  thee  ; 
Be  not  faint-hearted,  though  he  roar  like 

a  flood, 
He'll  not  stand  before  the  bright  armies  of 

God. 

4  To  battle,  to  battle  the  trumpets  do  sound; 
The  watchmen  are  crying  fair  Zion  around: 
The  signal  for  vict'ry !  hark  !  hark !  from 

the  sky, 
Shout,  shout  ye  brave  armies,  the  watch- 
men all  cry. 

5  As  the  great.  Goliah,  Apollyon  shall  fall ; 
With  the  sword  of  the  Spirit  we'll  conquer 

them  all ; 
We'll  leave  no  opposers  alive  in  the  field, 
By  the  strength  of  Jehovah  we'll  force 

them  to  yield. 

6  Through  Jesus,  our  wisdom,   we'll  baffle 

his  rage  ; 
My  heart  beats  for  conquest,  come  soldiers 
engage ; 


MISCELLANEOUS.  517 

The  trumpets  are  sounding — the  armies 

appear, 
We'll  not  leave  one  standing  from  front  to 

the  rear. 

7  King  Jesus  is  riding  the  white   horse  be- 

fore, 
The  watchmen  close  after,  the  trumpet  doth 

roar  ; 
Some   shouting,    some  singing,  salvation 

they  cry, 
In  the  strength  of  King  Jesus  all  hell  we 

defy. 

8  Fair  Zion  is  shouting  to  her  conquering 

King, 
Salvation  to  Jesus,  the  armies  do  sing  : 
Apollyon  we've  conquer'd  and  sunk  in  the 

flood: 
0  who  can  withstand  the  bright  armies  of 

God? 

9  Behold,  all  the  armies  are  now  marching 

home, 
God's  trumpet  is  sounding,  and  bids  them 

to  come ; 
All  Zion's  fair  armies  together  do  meet, 
And    lay    down    their  armor  at  Jesus's 

feet. 

10  The  angelic  army  with  Zion  combines; 
In  robes  of  bright  glcry  eternally  shines; 
All  shouting    and    singing  on  Canaan's 

bright  shore, 
Where  wars  and  commotions  can  reach 
them  no  more. 


518  MISCELLANEOUS. 

11  Cheer  up,  ye   dear  pilgrims,   the  time  's 

drawing  nigh, 
When  we  shall  meet  Jesus'  bright  host  in 

the  sky, 
Our  friends   and  relations   in  Jesus  so 

dear, 
Both   preachers  and  people   shall   then 

meet  us  there. 

12  We'll  join  the  bright  harpers  in  anthems 

divine, 
Whose  crowns  with  bright  diamonds  the 

sun  do  outshine  ; 
To  the  praise  of  King   Jesus  we'll  tune 

our  harps  then : 
Salvation  and  glory  to  Jesus,  Amen. 

6§2  P.  M. 

1  &  "hUR  bondage  it  shall  end  by  and  by, 
\Jr  From.  Egypt's  yoke  set  free  ; 

Hail  the  glorious  Jubilee, 
And  to  Canaan  we'll  return  by  and  by. 

2  Our  deliv'rer  he  shall  come  by  and  by, 

And  our  sorrows  have  an  end, 
With  our  threescore  years  and  ten, 
And  vast  glory  crown  the  day  by  and  by. 

3  Though  our  enemies  are  strong,  we'll  go  on, 

Though  our  hearts  dissolve  with  fear, 
Lo  Sinai's  God  is  near, 
While  the  fiery  pillar  moves  we'll  go  on, 

4  Though  Marah  has  bitter  streams,  we'll  go 

Though  Baca's  vale  be  dry,  [on, 

And  the  land  yield  no  supply; 
To  a  land  of  corn  and  wine  well  go  on. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  519 

5  And  when  to  Jordan's  floods  we  are  come, 

Jehovah  rules  the  tide, 
And  the  waters  he'll  divide, 
And  the  ransom' d  host  shall  shout  we  are 
-oome. 

6  Then  friends   shall  meet  again,  who  have 

lov'd, 
Our  embraces  shall  be  sweet 
At  the  dear  Redeemer's  feet, 
When  we  meet  to  part  no  more,  who  have 

lov'd. 

7  Then  with  all  the  happy  throng  we'll  rejoice, 

Shouting  glory  to  our  King, 
'Till  the  vaults  of  heaven  ring, 
And  through  all  eternity  we'll  rejoice. 

6§3  P.  M. 

1  Ol  HED  not  a  tear  o'er  your  friend's  early 
O  bier; 

When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone — 

Smile  when  the  slow  tolling  bell  you  shall 

itear — 

When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone — 

Weep  not  for  me  when  you  stand  round 

my  grave ; 
Think  who  has  died  his  beloved  to  save; 
Think  of  the  crown  all  the  ransom' d  shall 
have; 
When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. 

2  Plant  ye  a  tree  that  may  wave  over  me ; — 

When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone — 
Sing  ye  a  song  when  my  grave  ye  shall 
see  : 
When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone — 


520  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Come  at  the  close  of  a  bright  summer's 

day; 
Come  when  the  sun  sheds  his  last  linger- 
ing ray ; 
Come  and  rejoice  that  I  thus  pass'd  away; 
When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. 
3  Plant  ye  a  rose  that  may  bloom  o'er  my 
bed; 
When  I  am  gone — when  I  am  gone — 
Breathe  not   a   sigh   for   the   blest  early 
dead ; 
Yfhen  I  am  gone — I  am  gone — 
Praise  ye  the  Lord  that  I'm  freed  from  all 

care; 
Serve  ye  the  Lord  that  my  bliss  ye  may 

share  ; 
Look  ye  on  high  and  believe  I  am  there  ; 
When  I  am  gone — I  am  gone. — 
684  L.  M. 

1  flflHEEE  is  a  heaven  above  the  shies, 

H      A  heaven  where  pleasure  never  dies ; 
A  heaven  I  sometimes  hope  to  see, 
Yet  often  fear  'tis  not  for  me. 

CHOR  US. 
But  Jesus,  Jesus  is  my  friend,    0  hallelujah  ! 
Hallelujah,  Jesus,  Jesus  is  my  friend  ! 

2  The  way  is  difficult  and  straight, 
And  narrow  is  the  Gospel  gate ; 
Ten  thousand  dangers  are  therein ; 
Ten  thousand  snares  to  take  me  in. 

But  Jesus,  §c. 

3  I  travel  through  a  world  of  foes, 
Through  conflicts  sore  my  spirit  goes ; 


MISCELLANEOUS.  521 

The  tempter  cries,  I  ne'er  shall  stand, 
Nor  reach  fair  Canaan's  happy  land. 
But  Jesus,  §c. 

4  Through   glimm'ring  hopes   and   gloomy 

fears, 
Dimly  the  heavenly  way  appears  ; 
But  in  this  way  methinks  I  see 
The  track  of  Him  who  died  for  me. 
But  Jesus,  $c. 

5  I  trace  the  footsteps  of  my  God, 
Who  on  the  cross  sustain' d  my  load; 
JTwas  on  that  dark  and  doleful  day, 
In  streaming  blood  he  pass'd  this  way. 

But  Jesus,  Sfc. 

6  Come  life,    come   death,    come  then  what 

will, 
His  footsteps  I  will  follow  still ; 
Through  dangers  thick,  and  hell's  alarms, 
I  shall  be  safe  in  his  dear  arms. 
But  Jesus,  <§'c. 

7  Then,  0  my  soul,  arise  and  sing ; 
Behold  thy  Saviour,  Friend,  and  King  ! 
With  pleasing  smiles  he  now  looks  down, 
And  cries,  "Press  on,  and  take  the  crown." 

But  Jesus,  §c. 

8  "Prove  faithful,  then,  a  few  more  days ; 
Fight  the  good  fight,  and  win  the  race ; 
And  then  thy  soul  with  me  shall  reign, 
Thy  head  a  crown  of  glory  gain." 

But  Jesus,  §c. 

9  My  flesh  shall  slumber  in  the  ground, 
Till  the  last  trumpet's  joyful  sound; 


522  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Then  "burst  the  tomb  with  sweet  surprise, 
And  in  my  Saviour's  image  rise. 
But  Jesus,  #c. 

6§5  8  lines  8s. 

1  1&7E  angels  who  mortals  attend, 

JL    And  minister  comfort  in  woe, 
Come,  listen,  ye  heavenly  friends, 

My  happier  story  to  know, 
I  sing  of  a  theme  most  sublime, 

No  sorrow  my  song  can  control — 
I  sing  of  the  rapturous  time, 

When  Jesus  spoke  peace  to  my  soul. 

2  When  guilt  my  poor  heart  did  assail, 

Because  I  had  wander'd  from  God, 
I  strove  my  sad  case  to  bewail, 

My  sins  were  a  cumberous  load; 
0  Saviour,  have  mercy !  I  cried, 

Oh  pardon  a  wretch  that's  so  vile  1 
Then  quickly  his  blood  was  applied, 

And  Jesus  spoke  peace  to  my  soul. 

3  My  guilt,  like  the  cloud  of  the  morn, 

Was  chased  in  a  moment  away  ; 
The  joy  of  my  soul,  newly  born, 

Increased  like  the  dawning  of  day, 
My  Saviour  redeemed  me  from  sin; 

He  saves  not  in  part  but  in  whole ; 
He  writes  his  salvation  within, 

For,  0!  he  spoke  peace  to  my  soul. 

4  I  now  am  so  bless'd  with  his  love, 

I  covet  not  earth,s  greatest  store; 
He  visits  me  oft  from  above — 
I  have  him,  I  want  nothing  more  : 


MISCELLANEOUS.  523 

Resigned  to  his  pleasure  I'd  live, 
Till  time's  latest  circle  shall  roll, 

His  utmost  salvation  receive, 

For,  0 !  he  spoke  peace  to  my  soul. 

5  Nor  Satan  nor  sin  can  dismay, 

No  danger  my  soul  can  affright, 
While  onward  to  mansions  of  day 

I  go  in  Immanuel's  might: 
Though  earth  in  convulsions  shall  rend, 

From  th'  centre  quite  thro'  to  each  pole, 
I'll  smile,  for  I'm  sure  of  a  friend, 

Since  Jesus  spoke  peace  to  my  soul. 

6  Ye  angels  who  wait  while  I  sing, 

And  patiently  hear  my  glad  song, 
Come  bear  me  to  Jesus,  my  King, 

To  join  with  the  heavenly  throng. 
'Tis  there  I'll  eternally  feast, 

On  joys  that  enrapture  the  whole; 
All  heaven  would  welcome  the  guest, 

Since  Jesus  spoke  peace  to  my  soul. 

7  Farewell  to  earth's  glittering  toys, 

Farewell  to  my  friends  and  my  foes ; 
I  haste  from  these  scenes  to  the  skies, 

Where  pleasure  eternally  flows : 
He  bids  me  leave  all  for  his  sake — 

I'll  run  till  I  reach  the  bless'd  goal  ; 
Then  me  to  his  arms  he  will  take, 

0 !  there  he'll  speak  peace  to  my  soul. 

6§6  8  lines  8s.  &  7s. 

1    TTESUS,  I  my  cross  have  taken, 
©J    All  to  leave  and  follow  thee ; 
Naked,  poor,  despised,  forsaken — 
Thou  henceforth  my  all  shalt  be  ! 


524  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Perish,  every  fond  ambition — 

All  I've  sought,  or  hoped,  or  known; 

Yet  how  rich  is  my  condition  ! 
God  and  heaven  are  all  my  own. 

2  Let  the  world  despise  and  leave  me — 

They  have  left  my  Saviour  too  ; 
Human  hopes  and  looks  deceive  me, 

Thou  art  not,  like  them,  untrue ; 
And  while  Thou  shalt  smile  upon  me, 

God  of  wisdom,  love,  and  might, 
Friends  may  hate,  and  foes  may  scorn  me, 

Show  thy  face,  and  all  is  right. 

3  Go,  then,  earthly  frame  and  treasure; 

Come,  disaster,  scorn  and  pain ; 
In  thy  service  pain  is  pleasure, 

With  thy  favor  loss  is  gain. 
I  have  call'd  thee  Abba,  Father — 

I  have  set  my  heart  on  thee ; 
Storms  may  howl,  and  clouds  may  gather, 

All  must  work  for  good  to  me. 

4  Soul,  then  know  thy  full  salvation — 

Rise  o'er  sin,  and  fear,  and  care ; 
Joy  to  find  in  every  station, 

Something  still  to  do  or  bear. 
Think  what  spirit  dwells  within  thee  ; 

Think  what  heavenly  bliss  is  thine; 
Think  that  Jesus  died  to  save  thee — 

Child  of  heaven,  canst  thou  repine  ? 

5  Haste  thee  on  from  grace  to  glory, 

Armed  by  faith,  and  wing;d  by  pray'r- 
Heaven's  eternal  day  !s  before  thee ; 
God's  own  hand  shall  guide  thee  there  ; 


MISCELLANEOUS.  525 

Soon  shall  close  thy  earthly  mission, 
Soon  shall  pass  thy  pilgrim  days, 

Hope  shall  change  to  glad  fruition, 
Faith  to  sight,  and  pray'r  to  praise. 
68?  P.  M. 

1  TT7HILE  wand'ring  to  and  fro, 

VV    In  this  wide  world  of  woe, 
"Where  streams  of  sorrow  flow, 
CHORUS. 
Give  me  Jssus—give  me  Jesus — 

Give  me  Jesus — 
You  may  have  all  this  world — 
Give  me  Jesus. 

2  When  tears  o'erflow  mine  eye  ; 
When  press'd  by  grief  I  sigh: 
Still  this  shall  be  my  cry, 

Give  me  Jesus,  §c. 

3  When  to  the  mercy-seat 
I  go,  my  Lord  to  meet, 
My  heart  shall  still  repeat, 

Give  me  Jesus,  $c. 

4  And  when  my  faith  is  tried, 
In  Him  will  I  confide, 

And  all  the  storms  outride  ; — 

Give  me  Jesus,  §c. 
6  Though  strength  and  friends  should  fail, 
And  foes  my  soul  assail, 
Through  Him  I  shall  prevail  : — 
Give  me  Jesus,  §c. 
6  And  when  my  toils  are  o'er, 
When  nearin^ 
I'll  shout  as  up  I  soar, 

Give  me  Jesus,  Sfc. 


526  MISCELLANEOUS. 

7  "When  at  the  judgment-seat, 
I  stand  at  Jesus'  feet, 

When  worlds  on  worlds  shall  meet, 
Give  me  Jesus,  &c. 

8  When  heaven  and  earth  shall  flee, 
When  time  shall  cease  to  be, 
Through  all  eternity. 

Give  me  Jesus,  §c. 

6S8  P.  M. 

JacoVs  Ladder. 

1  AS   Jacob  was  wearied  by  travel  one 
A  day, 

At  night  on  a  stone  for  a  pillow  he  lay, 
A  vision  appeared — a  ladder  so  high, 
With  its  foot  on  the  earth  and  its  top  in 
the  sky. 

CHORUS. 
Hallelujah  to  Jesus  who  died  on  the  tree. 
To  raise  up  this  ladder  of  mercy  for  me. 

2  The   sight   was   so  pleasing,  the  angelic 

throng 

With  delight  to  ascend  and  descend  there- 
on, 

And  God  rich  in  mercy  who  stands  at  the 
top, 

T'  embrace  all  the  ransomed  who  safely 
get  up. 

Hallelujah,  §c. 
8  This  ladder  is  long,  it  is  strong  and  well 
made, 

It  stood  thousands  of  years  and  is  not  yet 
decayed, 


MISCELLANEOUS.  527 

It's  so  free  of  access,   all  the  world  may- 
get  up, 
And  angels  will  guard  them  from  bottom 
to  top. 

Hallelujah,  §c. 
4t  This  ladder  is  Jesus,    the   glorious  God- 
man, 
Whose  blood  richly  streaming  from  Calvary 

ran, 
On  his  perfect   atonement   to  heaven  we 

rise, 
And  sing  in  the  mansions  prepared  in  the 
skies. 

Hallelujah,  fyc. 

5  Come  let  us  ascend,  be  bold,  never  fear, 
It  stood  every  tempest   and   always  will 

bear, 
For  millions  have   tried  it,    and  reached 

Zion's  hill; 
And  thousands  by  faith  are  climbing  it 

still. 

Hallelujah,  Sfc. 

6  Our  fathers  upon  it  have  mounted  to  God, 
Have  finished   their  labors   and  reached 

their  abode, 
And  we  're  climbing  after  and  soon  shall 

be  there, 
To  join  in  their  rapture,  their  happiness 

share. 

Hallelujah,  §c. 

689  P.  M. 

1  "PllIS  my  happiness  below, 

X    Not  to  live  without  the  cross; 


528  MISCELLANEOUS. 

But  the  Saviour's  power  to  know, 
Sanctifying  every  loss. 
Trials  must  and  will  befall; 
But  with  humble  faith  to  see 
Love  inscribed  upon  them  all, 
This  is  happiness  to  me. 

2  God,  in  Israel,  sows  the  seeds 
Of  affliction,  pain  and  toil ; 

These  spring  up  and  choak  the  weeds 
"Which  would  else  o'erspread  the  soil: 
Trials  make  the  promise  sweet ; 
Trials  give  new  life  to  pray'r; 
Trials  bring  me  to  his  feet, 
Lay  me  low  and  keep  me  there. 

3  Did  I  meet  no  trials  here, 

No  chastisements  by  the  way; 
Might  I  not,  with  reason,  fear 
I  should  prove  a  cast-away  ; 
Bastards  may  escape  the  rod, 
Sunk  in  earthly  vain  delight ; 
But  the  true-born  child  of  God, 
Must  not,  would  not,  if  he  might. 

690  P.  M. 

1  r|l HE  faithless  world  promiscuous  flow, 

JL     Enrapt  in  fancy's  vision; 
Allured  by  sounds,  beguiled  by  show, 
And  empty  dreams,  nor,  scarcely  know, 
There  is  a  brighter  Heaven. 

2  Fine  gold  will  change,  and  diamonds  fade, 

Swift  wings  to  wealth  are  given, 
All  varying  time  our  forms  invade, 
The  seasons  roll,  light  sinks  in  shade — 

There's  nothing  lasts  but  Heaven. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  529 

§  Creation's  mighty  fabric  all, 

Will  be  to  atoms  riven; 
The  sky  consumed,  the  planets  fall, 
Convulsions  rock  this  earthly  ball — • 

There's  nothing  firm  but  Heaven. 

4  Empires-  decay,  and  nations  die, 

Our  hopes  to  winds  are  given, 
The  vernal  bloom  in  ruin  lies ; 
Death  reigns  o'er  all  below  the  skies — ■ 

There's  nothing  lives  but  Heaven. 
6  The  world  is  poor  from  shore  to  shore, 

And  like  a  baseless  vision  ; 
Its  lofty  domes  and  brilliant  ore, 
And  gems  and  crowns,  are  vain  and  poor, 

There's  nothing  rich  but  Heaven. 

6  A  stranger  lonely  here  I  roam, 

From  place  to  place  I'm  driven ; 
My  friends  are  gone,  and  I'm  in  gloom; 
This  earth  is  all  a  lonely  tomb — 

I  have  no  home  but  Heaven. 

7  The  clouds  disperse,  the  light  appears, 

My  sins  are  all  forgiven ; 
Triumphant  grace  has  quell'd  my  fears  ; 
Roll  on  ye  suns,  fly  swift  ye  years — 

I'm  on  my  way  to  Heaven. 

5  Adieu  to  all  below,  adieu, 

Let  life's  dull  chain  be  riven; 
The  charms  of  Christ  have  caught  my  view, 
The  world  of  light  I  will  pursue — 

To  live  with  him  in  Heaven. 

«691  P.  M- 

1   £^i  LORY  to  Jesus  for  his  love, 
\%  Flowing  to  every  nation, 
34 


530  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Bowels  of  sweet  compassion  move, 

Off' ring  free  salvation. 
Here  may  the  poor,  the  lame,  the  blind, 
Every  needed  blessing  find  : 
Justice  and  mercy,  here  combined, 

Offer  free  salvation. 

2  Sinners,  repair  to  Jesus'  arms, 

Why  will  you  slight  his  favor  ? 
Now  he  invites  you  to  his  charms, 

Willing  to  be  your  Saviour. 
0  that  you  would  on  him  believe, 
All  your  transgressions  he'll  forgive ; 
Comfort  and  peace  shall  you  receive, 

Flowing  from  Christ  for  ever. 

3  Now  is  the  time,  no  more  delay  ; 

Fly  from  the  path  of  nature ; 
Fear  not  what  scoffing  sinners  say; 

Yield  to  your  great  Creator  : 
So  shall  your  dying  souls  obtain 
Freedom  from  all  your  guilt  and  pain ; 
So  shall  you  soon  in  glory  reign, 

Praising  your  great  Creator. 

4  Then  shall  the  heavenly  arches  ring — 

"Glory  to  God  our  Saviour!" 
Angels  and  saints  shall  join  to  sing 

Praises  for  all  his  favor. 
Then  shall  the  theme  of  perfect  love, 
Sounding  through  all  the  courts  above, 
Every  tuneful  passion  move, 
Praising  the  Lord  for  ever. 
692  6  lines  8s. 

Atonement. 
l"inriCTIM  Divine!  thy  grace  we  claim, 
Y    While  thus  thy  precious  death  we  show; 


MISCELLANEOUS.  531 

Once  offer'd  up,  a  spotless  Lamb, 

In  thy  great  temple  here  below ; 
Thou  didst  for  all  mankind  atone, 
And  standest  now  before  thy  throne. 

2  Thou  standest  in  thy  holy  place, 

As  now  for  guilty  sinners  slain ; 
The  blood  of  sprinkling  speaks,  &  prays, 

All-prevalent  for  helpless  man  ; 
Thy  blood  is  still  our  ransom  found, 
And  speaks  salvation  all  around. 

3  The  smoke  of  thy  atonement  here 

Darken' d  the  sun,  and  rent  the  vail, 
Made  the  new  way  to  heaven  appear, 

And  showed  the  great  Invisible ; 
Well  pleased  in  thee  our  God  looks  down, 
And  calls  his  rebels  to  a  crown. 

4  He  still  respects  thy  sacrifice  ; 

Its  savor  sweet  doth  always  please; 
The  offering  smokes  through  earth  &  skies, 

Diffusing  life,  and  joy,  and  peace ; 
To  these  thy  lower  couris  it  comes, 
And  fills  them  with  divine  perfumes. 

5  We  need  not  now  go  up  to  heaven, 

To  bring  the  long-sought  Saviour  down; 
Thou  art  to  all  already  given, 

Thou  dost  e'en  now  thy  banquet  crown: 
To  every  faithful  soul  appear, 
And  show  thy  real  presence  here. 
603  L.  M. 

First  Part. 
1  f\  THOU  that  hangedst  on  the  tree, 
\J  Our  curse  and  sufferings  to  remove, 


532  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Pity  the  souls  that  look  to  thee, 

And  save  us  by  thy  dying  love. 
2  We  have  no  outward  righteousness, 

No  merits  or  good  works,  to  plead ; 
We  only  can  be  saved  by  grace, 

Thy  grace  will  here  be  free  indeed. 
8  Save  us  by  grace,  through  faith  alone, 

A  faith  thou  must  thyself  impart ; 
A  faith  that  would  by  works  be  shown, 

A  faith  that  purifies  the  heart. 

4  A  faith  that  doth  the  mountains  move, 

A  faith  that  shows  our  sins  forgiven, 
A  faith  that  sweetly  works  by  love, 
And  ascertains  our  claim  to  heaven. 

5  This  is  the  faith  we  humbly  seek, 

The  faith  in  thy  all-cleansing  blood  ; 
That  faith  which  doth  for  sinners  speak, 
0  let  it  speak  us  up  to  God ! 

6©4  L.  M. 

Sepond  Part 

1  jg^lANST  thou  reject  our  dying  pray'r, 
\j  Or  cast  us  out  who  come  to  thee  ? 
Our  sins,  ah!  wherefore  didst  thou  bear? 

Jesus,  remember  Calvary  ! 

2  Number' d  with  the  transgressors  thou, 

Between  the  felons  crucified, 
Speak  to  our  hearts,  and  tell  us  now, 

Wherefore  hast  thou  for  sinners  died  ? 
8  For  us  wast  thou  not  lifted  up  ? 

For  us  a  bleeding  victim  made  ? 
That  we,  the  abjects  we,  might  hope, 

Thou  hast  for  all  a  ransom  paid. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  533 

4  0  might  we,  with  believing  eyes, 
Thee  in  thy  bloody  vesture  see  ; 
And  cast  us  on  thy  sacrifice  ! 
Jesus,  my  Lord,  remember  me ! 

695  4  6s.  &  2  8s. 

1  FX1HE  Lord  Jehovah  reigns, 

JL    His  throne  is  built  on  high; 
The  garments  he  assumes 
Are  light  and  majesty  : 
His  glories  shine  with  beams  so  bright, 
No  mortal  eye  can  bear  the  sight. 

2  The  thunders  of  his  hand 

Keep  the  wide  world  in  awe; 
His  wrath  and  justice  stand 

To  guard  his  holy  law ; 
And  where  his  love  resolves  to  bless, 
His  truth  confirms  and  seals  the  grace. 

3  Through  all  his  mighty  works 

Amazing  wisdom  shines ; 
Confounds  the  powers  of  hell, 

And  breaks  their  dark  designs  ; 
Strong  is  his  arm,  and  shall  fulfill 
His  great  decrees  and  sov'reign  will. 

4  And  will  this  sov'reign  King 

Of  glory  condescend  ? 
And  will  he  write  his  Name, 

My  Father  and  my  Friend  ? 
I  love  his  Name,  I  love  his  word : 
Join  all  my  powers  to  praise  the  Lord! 

696  .  P.  M. 

1  T  0  !  on  a  narrow  neck  of  land, 

-i-J  'Twist  two  unbounded  seas,  I  stand, 


534  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Yet  how  insensible  : 
A  point  of  time,  a  moment's  space, 
Eemoves  me  to  that  heavenly  place, 

Or  shuts  me  up  in  hell. 

2  0  God,  mine  inmost  soul  convert, 
And  deeply  on  my  thoughtful  heart 

Eternal  things  impress : 
Give  me  to  feel  their  solemn  weight, 
And  tremble  on  the  brink  of  fate, 

And  wake  to  righteousness! 

3  Before  me  place,  in  dread  array, 
The  pomp  of  that  tremendous  day, 

When  thou  with  clouds  shalt  come 
To  judge  the  nations  at  thy  bar ; 
And  tell  me,  Lord,  shall  I  be  there, 

To  meet  a  joyful  doom  ? 

4  Be  this  my  one  great  business  here, 
With  serious  industry  and  fear, 

Eternal  bliss  t'  insure ; 
Thine  utmost  counsel  to  fulfill, 
And  suffer  all  thy  righteous  will, 

And  to  the  end  endure. 

5  Then,  Saviour,  then  my  soul  receive, 
Transported  from  this  vale,  to  live 

And  reign  with  thee  above  : 
Where  faith  is  sweetly  lost  in  sight, 
And  hope  in  full,  supreme  delight, 

And  everlasting  love. 

697  4  6s.  &  2  8s. 

1  |)Y  whom  was  David  taught 

33  To  aim  the  dreadful  blow, ' 

When  he  Goliah  fought, 
And  laid  the  Gittito  low  ? 


MISCELLANEOUS.  535 

No  sword  nor  spear  the  strippling  took, 
But  chose  a  pebble  from  the  brook. 

2  'Twas  Israel's  God  and  King 

Who  sent  him  to  the  fight ; 
Who  gave  him  strength  to  sling, 

And  skill  to  aim  aright. 
Ye  feeble  saints,  your  strength  endures 
Because  young  David's  God  is  yours. 

3  Who  order' d  Gideon  forth, 

To  storm  th'  invader's  camp, 
With  arms  of  little  worth, 

A  pitcher  and  a  lamp  ? 
The  trumpets  made  his  coming  known, 
And  all  the  host  was  overthrown. 

4  0  !  I  have  seen  the  day, 

When,  with  a  single  word, 
God  helping  me  to  say, 

"My  trust  is  in  the  Lord," 
My  soul  has  quell'd  a  thousand  foes, 
Fearless  of  all  that  could  oppose. 

5  But  unbelief,  self-will, 

Self-righteousness  and  pride, 
How  often  do  they  steal 

My  weapon  from  my  side  ! 
Yet  David's  Lord  and  Gideon's  Friend 
Will  help  his  servant  to  the  end. 

69S  P.  M. 

1  "OISE,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings  ; 
J*  Thy  better  portion  trace  ; 
Rise  from  transitory  things, 

Tow'rd  heaven,  thy  native  place: 
Sun,  and  moon,  and  stars  decay ; 

Time  will  soon  this  earth  remove: 


536  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Rise,  my  soul,  and  haste  away 
To  seats  prepared  above. 

2  Rivers  to  the  ocean  run, 

Nor  stay  in  all  their  course  ; 
Fire,  ascending,  seeks  the  sun; 

Both  speed  them  to  their  source 
So  a  soul  that's  born  of  God, 

Pants  to  see  his  glorious  face,. 
Upward  tends  to  his  abode, 

To  rest  in  his  embrace. 

3  Fly  my  riches,  fly  my  cares-, 

While  I  that  course  explore ■:• 
Flatt'ring  world,  with  all  your  snares, 

Solicit  me  no  more  : 
Pilgrims  fix  not  here  their  home, 

Strangers  tarry  but  a  night  : 
When  the  last  dear  morn  shall  come,. 

We'll  rise  to  glorious  light. 

4  Cease,  ye  pilgrims,  cease  to  mourn  'f 

Press  onward  to  the  prize  ; 
Soon  the  Saviour  will  return, 

Triumphant  in  the  skies. 
Yet  a  season  and  you'll  know, 

Happy  entrance  will  be  given  : 
All  your  sorrows  left  below, 

And  earth  exchanged  for  heaven. 

699  P.  M. 

1  "^g.^7HEN  for  eternal  worlds  we  steer, 
f  T     And  seas   are  calm  and  skies  are 

clear, 
And  faith  in  lively  exercise, 
And  distant  hills  of  Canaan  rise  •- 


MISCELLANEOUS.  537 

The  soul  for  joy  then  claps  her  wings, 
And  loud  her  lovely  sonnet  sings, 

I'm  going  home. 
2  With  cheerful  hope  her  eyes  explore, 
Each  landmark  on  the  distant  shore ; 
The  trees  of  life,  the  pastures  green, 
The  golden  streets,  the  crystal  stream : 
Again  for  joy  she  claps  her  wings, 
And  loud  her  lovely  sonnet  sings, 

I'm  almost  home. 
8  The  nearer  still  she  draws  to  land, 
More  eager  all  her  powers  expand  ; 
With  steady  helm,  and  free  bent  sail, 
Her  anchor  drops  within  the  vail ; 
Again  for  joy  she  claps  her  wings, 
And  her  celestial  sonnet  sings, 

I'm  safe  at  home. 

70©  C.  M. 

1  "ffc/fY  soul  doth  magnify  the  Ilord, 
J.Y  JL  My  spirit  doth  rejoice 

In  God,  my  Saviour,  and  my  Fort ; 
I  hear  his  joyful  voice. 

2  I  need  not  go  abroad  for  joy, 

Who  have  a  feast  at  home  ; 
My  sighs  are  now  turn'd  into  songs, — 
The  Comforter  is  come. 

8  Down,  from  on  high,  the  blessed  Dove 
Is  come  into  my  breast, 
To  witness  God's  eternal  love  ; 
This  is  my  heavenly  feast. 

4  There  is  a  stream  that  issues  forth 
From  God's  eternal  throne. 


538  MISCELLANEOUS. 

And  from  the  Lamb,  a  living  stream, 
Clear  as  the  crystal  stone. 

5  That  stream  doth  water  paradise  ; 
It  makes  the  angels  sing; 
One  cordial  drop  revives  my  heart; 
Hence  all  my  joys  do  spring. 

7©1  P.  M. 

1  "lfc//g"ARY  to  the  Saviour's  tomb, 
A_v  J  Hasted  at  the  early  dawn  ; 
Spice  she  brought,  and  sweet  perfume, 

But  the  Lord  she  loved,  had  gone : 
For  awhile  she  ling' ring  stood, 

Fill'd  with  sorrow  and  surprise  ; 
Trembling,  while  a  crystal  flood, 

Issued  from  her  weeping  eyes. 

2  But  her  sorrows  quickly  fled, 

When  she  heard  his  welcome  voice  : 
Christ  Had  risen  from  the  dead  ; 

Now  he  bids  her  heart  rejoice: 
What  a  change  his  word  can  make, 

Turning  darkness  into  day  ! 
Ye  who  weep  for  Jesus'  sake, 

He  will  wipe  your  tears  away. 

702  -    C.  M. 

Universal  prayer. 

1  T7<  ATHER  of  all !  in  every  age, 
JL    In  every  clime  adored, 

By  saint,  by  savage,  and  by  sage, 
Jehovah,  Jove,  or  Lord  ! 

2  Thou  Great  First  Cause,  least  understood; 

Who  all  my  sense  confined 


MISCELLANEOUS.  539 

To  know  but  this,  that  Thou  art  good, 
And  that  myself  am  blind ; 

8  Yet  gave  me,  in  this  dark  estate, 
To  see  the  good  from  ill ; 
And,  binding  Nature  fast  in  Fate, 
Left  free  the  human  will : 

4  What  conscience  dictates  to  be  done, 

Or  warns  me  not  to  do, 
This,  teach  me  more  than  hell  to  shun, 
That,  more  than  Heaven  pursue. 

5  What  blessings  thy  free  bounty  gives, 

Let  me  not  cast  away ; 
For  God  is  paid  when  man  receives : 
T'  enjoy  is  to  obey. 

6  Yet  not  to  earth's  contracted  span 

Thy  goodness  let  me  bound, 
Or  think  thee  Lord  alone  of  man, 
When  thousand  worlds  are  round. 

7  Let  not  this  weak,  unknowing  hand 

Presume  thy  bolts  to  throw, 
And  deal  damnation  round  the  land, 
On  each  I  judge  thy  foe. 

8  If  I  am  right,  thy  grace  impart, 

Still  in  the  right  to  stay  : 
If  I  am  wrong,  0  teach  my  heart 
To  find  that  better  way. 

9  Save  me  alike  from  foolish  pride, 

Or  impious  discontent, 
At  aught  thy  wisdom  has  denied, 
Or  aught  thy  goodness  lent. 

10  Teach  me  to  feel  another's  woe, 

To  hide  the  fault  I  see: 


540  MISCELLANEOUS. 

That  mercy  I  to  others  show, 
That  mercy  show  to  me. 

11  Mean  though  I  am,  not  wholly  so, 

Since  quicken' d  by  thy  breath  ; 
0  lead  me,  wheresoe'er  I  go, 

Through  this  day's  life  or  death. 

12  This  day,  be  bread  and  peace  my  lot : 

All  else  beneath  the  sun, 
Thou  know'st  if  best  bestow'd  or  not, 
And  let  thy  will  be  done. 

IS  To  thee,  whose  temple  is  all  space, 
Whose  altar,  earth,  sea,  skies  !* 
One  chorus  let  all  beings  raise  ! 
All  nature's  incense  rise  ! 

7©  3  C.  M. 

IVER  of  concord,  Prince  of  peace, 
Meek,  lamb-like  Son  of  God, 
Bid  our  unruly  passions  cease, 
By  thy  atoning  blood. 

2  Rebuke  our  rage;  our  passions  chide; 

Our  stubborn  wills  control; 
Beat  down  our  wrath,  root  out  our  pride, 
And  calm  our  troubled  soul. 

3  Subdue  in  us  the  carnal  mind; 

Its  enmity  destroy; 
With  cords  of  love  our  spirits  bind, 
And  melt  us  into  joy. 

4  Us  into  closest  union  draw, 

And  in  our  inward  parts 
Let  kindness  sweetly  write  her  law, 
And  love  command  our  hearts. 


aG 


MISCELLANEOUS.  541 

5  Saviour,  look  down  "with  pitying  eyes, 

Our  jarring  wills  control, 
Let  cordial,  kind  affections  rise. 
And  harmonize  the  soul. 

6  0  let  us  find  the  good  old  way 

Our  wond'ring  foes  to  move, 
And  force  the  heathen  world  to  say, 
"See  how  these  Christians  love!" 

?©4  C.  M. 

1  X  IFT  up  your  hearts  to  things  above, 
JLi  Ye  foll'wers  of  the  Lamb, 

And  join  with  us  to  praise  his  love, 
And  glorify  his  Name. 

2  To  Jesus'  Name  give  thanks  and  sing, 

Whose  mercies  never  end; 
Rejoice!  rejoice!  the  Lord  is  King  I 
The  King  is  now  our  Friend. 

3  We  for  his  sake  count  all  things  loss, 

On  earthly  things  look  down; 
And  joyfully  sustain  the  cross, 
Till  we  receive  the  crown. 

4  0  let  us  stir  each  other  up, 

Our  faith  by  works  t'  approve, 
By  holy,  purifying  hope, 
And  the  sweet  task  of  love. 

?©5  C.  M. 

1  njfOEACH  me  the  measure  of  my  days, 

JL     Thou  Maker  of  my  frame; 
I  would  survey  life's  narrow  space, 
And  learn  how  frail  I  am. 

2  A  span  is  all  that  we  can  boast, 

An  inch  or  two  of  time: 


542  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Man  is  but  vanity  and  dust 
In  all  his  flower  and  prime. 

3  See  the  vain  race  of  mortals  move 

Like  shadows  o'er  the  plain  ; 
They  rage  and  strive,  desire  and  love, 
But  all  their  noise  is  vain. 

4  Some  walk  in  honor's  gaudy  show, 

Some  dig  for  golden  ore — 
They  toil  for  .heirs  they  know  not  who, 
And  straight  are  seen  no  more. 

£>  What  should  I  wish  or  wait  for,  then, 
From  creatures,  earth,  and  dust? 
They  make  our  expectations  vain, 
And  disappoint  our  trust. 

?©6  C.  M. 

1  |PkH!  if  my  soul  but  felt  its  woe, 
\J?  How  would  I  vent  my  sighs  ! 
Kepentance  should  like  rivers  flow, 

From  both  my  streaming  eyes. 

2  'Twas  for  my  sins  my  dearest  Lord 

Hung  on  the  cursed  tree, 
And  groaned  away  his  dying  life, 
For  thee,  my  soul,  for  thee. 

§  0,  how  I  hate  those  lusts  of  mine 
That  crucified  my  Lord ; 
Those  sins  that  pierc'd  and  nail'd  his  flesh 
Fast  to  the  fatal  wood. 
4  Yes,  my  Redeemer,  they  shall  die, 
My  heart  hath  so  decreed ; 
Nor  will  I  spare  the  guilty  things 
That  made  my  Saviour  bleed. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  543 

5  Whilst  ■with  a  melting,  broken  heart 
My  murder' cl  Lord  I  view, 
I'll  raise  revenge  against  my  sins, 
And  slay  the  murd'rers  too. 

■70?  P.  M. 

1  ~\TE  visions  bright  of  heavenly  birth, 

X    Ye  glories  of  the  latter  day, 
Descend  upon  the  fallen  earth, 

And  chase  the  shades  of  night  away ; 
Bid  streams  of  love  and  mercy  flow, 

Through  every  vale  of  human  woe; 
Till  sin,  and  care,  and  sorrow  cease, 

And  all  the  world  is  hushed  to  peace. 

2  How  long,  amid  this  dying  race, 

Shall  desolation  hold  her  reign, 
How  long  shall  men  despise  the  grace 

And  love  of  Him  who  once  was  slain? 
How  long  shall  heathen  bow  the  knee 

To  gods  that  neither  hear  nor  See? 
Ye  scenes  of  bliss,  so  long  foretold, 

When  will  your  radiant  hues  unfold? 

3  The  Gospel  of  the  living  God, 

Shall  echo  the  wide  world  around, 
Till  every  place  of  man's  abode 

Shall  know  the  joy-inspiring  sound : 
Who  can  the  heavenly  scene  portray  ? 

Who  can  describe  the  glorious  day? 
We  hail  its  glimm'rings  from  afar; 

We  hail  the  bright,  the  Morning  Star? 

70S  .        P.  M. 

The  beautiful  land. 
1  fljnHEB,E  is  a  land  immortal, 
JL    The  beautiful  of  lands ; 


544  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Beside  the  ancient  portal 

A  silent  sentry  stands, 
He  only  can  undo  it, 

And  open  wide  the  door ; 
And  mortals  who  pass  through  it, 

Are  mortals  never  more. 

2  That  glorious  land  is  Heaven, 

And  Death  the  sentry  grim  ; 
The  Lord  thereof  has  given 

The  op'ning  keys  to  him. 
And  ransom'd  spirits,  sighing 

And  sorrowful  for  sin, 
Do  pass  the  gate  in  dying, 

And  freely  enter  in. 

3  Though  dark  and  drear  the  passage, 

That  leadeth  to  the  gate, 
Yet  grace  attends  the  message, 

To  souls  that  watch  and  wait ; 
And,  at  the  time  appointed, 

A  messenger  comes  down, 
And  guides  the  Lord's  anointed 

From  cross  to  glory's  crown. 

4  Their  sighs  are  lost  in  singing, 

They're  blessed  in  their  tears; 
Their  journey  heavenward  winging, 

They  leave  on  earth  their  fears. 
Death,  like  an  angel  seeming, 

"We  welcome  thee,"  they  cry; 
Their  face  with  glory  gleaming, 

'Tis  life  for  them  to  die. 

?©9  L.  M. 

GOD,  thou  art  my  God  alone, 
Early  to  thee  my  soul  shall  cry, 


a0 


MISCELLANEOUS.  545 

A  pilgrim  in  a  land  unknown, 

A  thirsty  land  whose  springs  are  dry. 

2  Oh,  that  it  were  as  it  hath  been, 

When,  praying  in  the  holy  place, 
Thy  power  and  glory  I  have  seen, 

And  marked  the  footsteps  of  thy  grace  ! 

3  Yet,  through  this  rough  and  thorny  maze, 

I  follow  hard  on  thee,  my  God; 
Thy  hand,  unseen,  upholds  my  ways, 
I  safely  tread  where  thou  hast  trod. 

4  Thee,  in  the  watches  of  the  night, 

Will  I  remember  on  my  bed  ; 
Thy  presence  makes  my  darkness  light, 
Thy  guardian  wings  are  round  my  head. 

5  Better  than  life  itself  thy  love, 

Dearer  than  all  besides  to  me ; 
For  whom  have  I  in  heaven  above, 

Or  what  on  earth  compared  with  Thee  ? 

6  Praise  with  my  heart,  my  mind,  my  voice, 

Will  I  for  all  thy  mercies  give  ; 
My  soul  shall  still  in  God  rejoice, 

My  tongue  shall  bless  thee  whilst  I  live. 

•no  c.  m. 

1  &~\  THOU,  who  earnest  from  above, 
Vr  The  pure  celestial  fire  t'  impart, 
Kindle  a  flame  of  sacred  love 

On  the  mean  altar  of  my  heart. 

2  There  let  it  for  thy  glory  burn, 

With  inextinguishable  blaze, 
And,  trembling,  to  its  source  return, 
In  humble  love  and  fervent  praise. 
35 


546  MISCELLANEOUS. 

3  Jesus,  confirm  my  heart's  desire, 

To  work,  and  speak,  and  think  for  theer 
Still  let  me  guard  the  holy  fire, 
And  still  stir  up  thy  gift  in  me. 

4  Eeady  for  all  thy  perfect  will, 

My  acts  of  faith  and  love  repeat ; 
Till  death  thy  endless  mercies  sealr 
And  make  the  sacrifice  complete. 
711  P.  M. 

1^1  OME,  brethren  and  sisters  that  love  my 
\J  dear  Lord, 

I  pray  give  attention,  and  hear  to  my  word1. 
What  a  wonder  of  mercy !  behold  now  I 

see, 
"What  a  tender,  kind  Saviour  has  done  for 
poor  me. 

2  I  was  led  by  the  devil   till  lost   and  dis- 

tress'd, 
I  thought  that  in  torments  I  soon  should 

be  cast; 
No  peace  to  my  conscience,  but  all  misery, 
Till  by  faith   I  saw   Jesus  hang  bleeding 

for  me. 

3  0  sinner !  said  Jesus,  for  you  I  have  died; 
All  glory  to  Jesus !  my  soul  then  replied;- 
The  guilt  was  removed,  my  soul  did  rejoice, 
The  blood   was  applied,   the  Witness's 

voice. 
£  On  my  low  bended  knees,  before  God  I  did 

fall, 
And  glory  to  Jesus  !  for  he's  all  in  all — 
The   heart  of  this   rebel  was  bursted  in 

twain, 
To  see  my  dear  Jesus  on  Calvary  slam. 


MISCELLANEOUS.  547 

5  There  was  peace  now  in  heaven,  and  peace 

upon  earth  ; 

The  angels  rejoiced  at  a  poor  sinner's 
birth ; 

"Your  sins  are  forgiven,  my  Saviour  did 
say ; 

0  witness,  kind  heaven,  on  this  my  birth- 
day. 

6  My   soul   it   was   humbl'd,    I  fell  to  the 

ground, 
The  time  of  refreshing  at  length  I  have 

found; 
0  Lord,  thou  hast  ravished  my  soul  with 

thy  charms, 
Let  me  die  like  old  Simeon,  with  Christ  in 

my  arms. 

712  C.  M. 

Communion  with  saints  in  heaven. 

1  ^PlOME,  let  us  join  our  friends  above, 
\J  That  have  obtained  the  prize; 
And  on  the  eagle  wings  of  love 

To  joys  celestial  rise. 

2  Let  all  the  saints  terrestrial  sing, 

With  those  to  glory  gone; 
For  all  the  servants  of  our  King, 
In  earth  and  heaven,  are  one. 

8  One  family  we  dwell  in  Him, 

One  church  above,  beneath, 
Though  now  divided  by  the  stream. 

The  narrow  stream  of  death. 
4  One  army  of  the  living  God, 

To  his  command  we  bow; 


548  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Part  of  his  host  have  cross'd  the  flood, 

And  part  are  crossing  now. 
6  Ten  thousand  to  their  endless  home 

This  very  day  do  fly ; 
And  we  are  to  the  margin  come, 

And  we  expect  to  die. 
6  His  militant  embodied  host, 

With  wishful  looks  we  stand, 
And  long  to  see  that  happy  coast, 

And  reach  the  heavenly  land. 

113  8s  and  7s. 

1  rjnHERE  is  a  spot  to  me  more  dear 

M.     Than  native  vale  or  mountain ; 
A  spot  for  which  affection's  tear 

Springs  grateful  from  its  fountain : 
'Tis  not  where  kindred  souls  abound, 

Though  that  is  almost  h/eaven  ; 
But  where  I  first  my  Saviour  found, 

And  felt  my  sins  forgiven. 

2  Hard  was  my  toil  to  reach  the  shore, 

Long  toss'd  upon  the  ocean; 
Above  me  was  the  thunder's  roar, 

Beneath  the  wave's  commotion : 
Darkly  the  pall  of  night  was  thrown 

Around  me,  faint  with  terror : 
In  that  dark  hour  how  did  my  groan 

Ascend  for  years  of  error  ! 
8  Sinking  and  panting  as  for  breath, 

I  knew  not  help  was  near  me  ; 
And  cried,  "Oh!  save  me,  Lord,  from  death, 

Immortal  Jesus,  hear  me." 
Then  quick  as  thought  I  felt  him  mine, 

My  Saviour  stood  before  me  ; 


MISCELLANEOUS.  549 

I  saw  his  brightness  round  me  shine, 
And  shouted,  "Glory!  glory!" 

4  0  sacred  hour!  0  hallow' d  spot  ! 

Where  love  divine  first  found  me; 
Wherever  falls  my  distant  lot, 

My  heart  shall  linger  round  thee  : 
And  when  from  earth  I  rise,  to  soar 

Up  to  my  home  in  heaven  ; 
Down  will  I  cast  my  eyes  once  more, 

Where  I  was  first  forgiven. 

714  2  8s,  2  7s  and  1  4s. 

1  |^i  UIDE  me,  0  thou  great  Jehovah, 
vJI  Pilgrim  through  this  barren  land ; 
I  am  weak,  but  thou  art  mighty — 

Hold  me  with  thy  powerful  hand  : 

Bread  of  heaven, 
Feed  me  till  I  want  no  more. 

2  Open  now  thy  crystal  fountain, 

Whence  the  healing  streams  do  flow; 
Let  the  fiery,  cloudy  pillar, 

Lead  me  all  my  journey  through  ; 

Strong  Deliv'rer  ! 
Be  thou  still  my  strength  and  shield. 

5  Feed  me  with  thy  heavenly  manna, 

In  this  barren  wilderness  ; 
Be  my  sword,    and  shield,  and  banner, 
Be  my  robe  of  righteousness  : 

Fight  and  conquer 
All  my  foes  by  sov'reign  grace. 
4  When  I  tread  the  verge  of  Jordan, 
Bid  my  anxious  fears  subside  ; 
Foe  to  death,  and  hell's  destruction, 
Land  me  safe  on  Canaan's  side  ; 


550  MISCELLANEOUS. 

Songs  of  praises 
I  will  ever  give  to  thee. 

•715  11,  11,  12,  12. 

"Tell  my  brethren  that  I  died  at  my  post."- 
Dying  words  of  a  minister. 

1  A  WAY   from  his  home  and  the  friends 
_£\_  of  his  youth, 

He   hasted,   the   herald  of  mercy   and 

truth ; 
For  the  love   of  his  Lord,  and  to  seek  for 

the  lost; 
Soon,  alas  !  was  his  fall — but  he  died  at 

his  post. 

2  The   stranger's   eye  wept,   that,  in  life's 

brightest  bloom, 
One  gifted  so   highly  should  sink  to  the 

tomb; 
For  in  ardor  he  led  in  the  van  of  the  host, 
And  he  fell  like  a  soldier — he  died  at  his 

post. 

3  He  wept  not  himself  that  his  warfare  was 

done  ; — 
The  battle   was  fought,  and   the  victory 

won  : 
But  he  whispered  of  those  whom  his  heart 

clung  to  most, 
"Tell  my  brethren,   for  me,  that  I  died  at 

my  post." 

4  He  asked  not  a  stone  to  be  sculptured  with 

verse; 
He  asked  not  that  fame  should  his  merits 
rehearse : 


MISCELLANEOUS.  551 

But  lie  asked  as  a  boon,  when  lie  gave  up 

the  ghost, 
That  his  brethren  might  know  that  he  died 

at  his  post. 

5  Victorious   his   fall — for  he   rose   as   he 

fell, 
"With  Jesus,  his  Master,  in  glory  to  dwell; 
He  has  passed   o'er  the  stream,  and  has 

reached  the  bright  coast, 
For  he  fell  like  a   martyr — he  died  at  his 

post. 

6  And  can  we  the  words  of  his  exit  forget  ? 
0 !   no,    they  are   fresh  in   our  memory 

yet; 
An  example  so   brilliant   shall  never  be 

lost, 
We  will  fall  in  the  work — we   will  die  at 

our  post. 

716  C.  M. 

Sickness. 

1  Yl^IS  sweet  to  rest  in  lively  hope, 

_I_    That,  when  my  change  shall  come, 
Angels  will  hover  round  my  bed, 
And  waft  my  spirit  home. 

2  There  shall  my  disembodied  soul 

Behold  him  and  adore  ; 
Be  with  his  likeness  satisfied, 
And  grieve  and  sin  no  more. 
$  Soon,  too,  my  slumb'ring  dust  shall  hear 
The  trumpet's  quick' ning  sound; 
And,  by  my  Saviour's  power  rebuilt, 
At  his  right  hand  be  found. 


552  DOXOLOGIES. 

4  If  sucli  the  views  which  grace  unfolds, 

Weak  as  it  is  below, 
What  raptures  must  the  church  above, 
In  Jesus'  presence  know! 

5  0  may  the  unction  of  these  truths 

For  ever  with  me  stay 
Till,  from  her  sinful  cage  dismissed, 
My  spirit  flies  away! 


DOXOLOGIES. 

VVf  L.  M. 

1  r\  LORD,  our  God,  we  bless  thee  now, 
\J  To  thee  our  souls  and  bodies  bow  : 
With  deepest  awe  fall  down  before 
Thy  throne,  and  joyfully  adore. 
God  of  our  ancestors,  we  praise 
The  Father,  Son,  and  Spirit  of  Grace  ! 
One  glorious  God,  in  Persons  Three  ! 
Our  God  to  all  eternity. 

¥18  L.  M. 

1  ~]T|RAISE  God,  from  whom  all  blessings 
Jt     flow; 

Praise  him,  all  creatures  here  below  ; 
Praise  him  above,  ye  heavenly  host  ; 
Praise  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost. 

719  P.  M. 

1  "%JrAT  the  grace  of  Christ  our  Saviour, 
l_vJL  And  the  Father's  boundless  love, 
With  the  Holy  Spirit's  favor, 
Rest  upon  us  from  above. 


DOXOLOGIES.  553 

2  Tims  may  we  abide  in  union 
With  each  other  and  the  Lord, 
And  possess,  in  sweet  communion, 
Joys  which  earth  cannot  afford. 

*720  C.  M. 


l  mo 
1  \ 


Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
The  God  whom  we  adore, 
Be  everlasting  honors  paid, 


721  S.  M. 


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IVE  to  the  Father  praise  ; 
Give  glory  to  the  Son ; 
And  to  the  Spirit  of  his  grace 
Be  equal  honor  done. 


722  L.  M. 

1  mO  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son, 
JL    And  God  the  Spirit,  Three  in  One, 
Be  honor,  praise  and  glory  giv'n, 
By  all  on  earth,  and  all  in  heav'n. 

723  C.  M. 

1  mO  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost, 
_L   The  God  whom  we  adore, 
Be  glory  as  it  was,  is  now, 
And  shall  be  evermore. 

724  C.  M. 

1  mO  praise  the  Father,  and  the  Son, 
J_    And  Spirit  all  divine, 
The  One  in  Three,  and  Three  in  One, 
Let  saints  and  angels  join. 


554  DOXOLOGIES. 

?25  7s. 

1  "pRAISE  the  name  of  God  most  high, 
JL     Praise  him,  all  below  the  sky, 
Praise  him,  all  ye  heav'nly  host, 
Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost : 
As  through  countless  ages  past, 
Evermore  his  praise  shall  last. 

TO6  8s. 

1  mHIS  God  is  the  God  we  adore, 

J_    Our  faithful  unchangeable  friend; 
Whose  love  is  as  large  as  his  pow'r, 
And  neither  knows  measure  or  end ; 

2  'Tis  Jesus,  the  first  and  the  last, 

Whose  Spirit  shall  guide  us  safe  home  ; 
We'll  praise  him  for  all  that  is  past, 
And  trust  him  for  all  that's  to  come. 


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THE    FIGURES    REFER   TO    THE    PAGE. 

A  CHARGE  to  keep  I  have 282 

Afflictions,  tho'  they  seem  severe 157 

A  godly,  formal  saint 352 

Ah!  but  where  am  I  now 359 

Ah!  whither  should  I  go 162 

Alas!  and  did  my  Saviour  bleed 54 

Alas,  what  hourly  dangers  rise 283 

All  hail  the  power  of  Jesus'  name 235 

All  praise  to  our  redeeming  Lord 295 

Almighty  Maker,  God... 252 

Almighty  Spirit,  now  behold 105 

Amazing  grace!  how  sweet  the  sound...  209 

Amazing  sight,  the  Saviour  stands 115 

Am  I  a  soldier  of  the  cross.. 308 

Amidst  a  world  of  hopes  and  fears 82 

And  am  I  born  to  die 413 

And  are  we  yet  alive 294 

And  can  I  yet  delay 148 

And  can  my  heart  aspire  so  high 204 

And  did  the  Holy  and  the  Just 71 

And  let  this  feeble  body  fail 416 

And  must  I  be  to  judgment  brought 436 

And  must  this  body  die 415 

And  now  my  soul,  another  year 407 

And  shall  I  still  the  Spirit  grieve 81 

And  will  the  great  eternal  God 478 

And  will  the  Judge  descend 443 

And  wilt  thou  yet  be  found 168 

An  early  summons  Jesus  sends 424 

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Angels,  roll  the  rock  away.* 60 

Angels  our  march  oppose...* 307 

Another  day  is  past 402 

Approach,  my  soul,  the  mercy-seat 167 

Arise,  great  God !  and  let  thy  grace 103 

Arise,  my  soul,  and  praise  the  Lord....  396 

Arise,  my  soul,  arise 180 

Arise,  my  tend'rest  thoughts,  arise 41 

Arise,  ye  saints,  arise 325 

Arm  of  the  Lord,  awake,  awake 92 

As  Jacob  was  wearied  by  travel  one  day  526 
As  pants  the  heart  for  cooling  streams  364 

Assembled  at  thy  great  command 484 

Assist  my  soul,  my  heavenly  King 197 

Attend,  while  God's  exalted  Son 201 

At  every  moment  of  our  breath 412 

A  thousand  oracles  divine 12 

Author  of  faith,  eternal  Word 176 

Author  of  our  salvation,  thee 386 

Awaked  by  Sinai's  awful  sound 196 

Awaked  from  sin's  delusive  sleep 172 

Awake,  Jerusalem,  awake 106 

Awake,  my  soul,  in  joyful  lays 259 

Awake,  my  soul,  to  meet  the  day 398 

Awake,  our  souls,  and  with  the  sun 393 

Awake,  ye  saints,  and  raise  your  eyes...  258 
Away  from  his  home  and  the  friends  of  550 
Away,  my  unbelieving  fear 332 

Backward,  with  humble  shame,  we  look     34 

Before  Jehovah's  awful  throne 244 

Begone,  my  worldly  cares  away 404 

Begone  unbelief!  my  Saviour  is  near...  194 
Behold!  long-wished-for  spring  is  come  494 
Behold,  the  blind  their  sight  receive...     50 


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Behold,  the  heathen  waits  to  know 484 

Behold  the  Saviour  at  thy  door 119 

Behold  the  Saviour  of  mankind 53 

Behold  the  sure  Foundation-stone 474 

Behold  the  throne  of  grace 278 

Behold  thy  temple,  God  of  grace 478 

Behold,  what  wondrous  grace 210 

Behold,  where  in  a  mortal  form 52 

Beneath  our  feet,  and  o'er  our  head 135 

Beside  the  Gospel   pool 166 

Beyond  the  glitt'ring  starry  skies 65 

Bid  me  of  men  beware 284 

Blessed  are  the  sons  of  God 208 

Blest  are  the  pure  in  heart 227 

Blest  are  the  sons  of  peace 302 

Blest  be  the  dear  uniting  love » 292 

Blest  be  the  tie  that  binds 296 

Blest  be  our  everlasting  Lord 13 

Blest  Comforter  divine 83 

Blest  is  the  man,  forever  bless'd 186 

Blest  with  the  joys  of  innocence 34 

Blow  ye  the  trumpet,  blow 90 

Brethren,  while  we  sojourn  here 321 

Bright  King  of  glory,  dreadful  God 43 

Burst,  ye  emerald  gates,  and  bring 452 

By  faith  I  to  the  fountain  fly 191 

By  whom  was  David  taught 534 

Canst  thou  reject  our  dying  prayer 532 

Celestial  Dove,  descend  from  high 377 

Children  of  God,  awake 390 

Children  of  God,  renounce  your  fears...   346 

Children  of  the  heavenly  King 329 

Come,  and  taste  along  with  me 124 

Come,  brethren  and  sisters  that  love  my  546 


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Come,  dearest  Lord,  and  bless  this  day  388 

Come,  Father,  Son,  &  Holy  Ghost,  Honor  376 

Come,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost,  One  79 

Come,  gracious  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove...  75 

Come  hither,  all  ye  weary  souls 106 

Come,  Holy  Spirit,  come 77 

Come  Holy  Spirit,  heavenly  Dove 270 

Come  Holy  Spirit,  raise   our  songs 76 

Come,  humble  sinner,  in  whose  breast...  151 

Come,  let  our  voices  join 485 

Come,  let  us  anew  our  journey  pursue  410 

Come,  let  us  join  our  cheerful  songs 254 

Come,  let  us  join  our  friends  above 547 

Come,  let  us  use  the  grace  divine...* 303 

Come,  let  us  who  in  Christ  believe 123 

Come,  my  friend,  and  let  us  try 301 

Come,  0  my  God,  the  promise  seal 222 

Come  on,  my  brethren  in  the  Lord 456 

Come  on,  my  partners  in  distress 311 

Come,  0  thou  all-victorious  Lord 276 

Come,  0  thou  Traveler  unknown 149 

Come,  0  ye  sinners,  to  the  Lord 138 

Come,  Saviour,  Jesus,  from  above 212 

Come,  sinners,  to  the  Gospel  feast 110 

Come,  sinners,  you  whose  harden'd  &c...  121 

Come,  sound  his  praise  abroad 255 

Come,  thou  condescending  Jesus 501 

Come,  thou  Fount  of  every  blessing...  237 

Come,  thou  Omniscient  Son  of  man 227 

Come,  weary  souls,  with  sin  distress" d...  130 

Come  ye  disconsolate,  where'er  ye......  127 

Come,  ye  sinners,  poor  and  needy 113 

Come,  ye  that  know  and  fear  the  Lord     21 

Come,  ye  that  love  the  Lord 239 

Come,  ye  that  love  the  Lord  indeed......  309 


TABLE  OP  FIRST  LINES.  55$ 

Come,  ye  weary  souls  opprest 126 

Comfort,  ye  ministers  of  grace 87 

Dark  was  the  night,  and  cold  the  &c...     52 

Day  of  judgment, — day  of  wonders. 435 

Dearest  of  all  the  names  above 73 

Dear  Saviour!  we  are  thine... ..  201 

Dear  Saviour!  when  my  thoughts  recall  281 

Death!  'tis  a  melancholy  day ....  419 

Deep  are  the  wounds  which  sin  has  &c.     40 
Deepen  the  wound  thy  hands  have  &c.  228 

Depth  of  mercy !  can  there  he...... 361 

Dismiss  us  with  thy  blessing,  Lord 472 

Draw  near,  0  Son  of  God,  draw  near..,  368 
Drooping  souls,  no  longer  grieve 152 

Encompass'd  with  clouds  of  distress...  170 

Equip  me  for  the  war 316 

Eternal  beam  of  light  divine — 314 

Eternal  King!  the  greatest,  best.... 19 

Eternal  Power,  whose  high  abode 14 

Eternal  Spirit!  'twas  thy  breath 25 

Eternal  Spirit!  we  confess 75 

Eternity!  stupendous  theme. 445 

Faith  adds  new  charms  to  earthly  bliss  178 

Faith  is  the  brightest  evidence 178 

Farewell,  dear  friends,  I  must  be  gone  468 
Farewell,  my  dear  brethren,  the  &C...  469 

Far  from  affliction,  toil,  and  care 374 

Far  from  these  narrow  scenes  of  night  455 

Far  from  the  utmost  verge  of  day 467 

Father,  how  wide  thy  glory  shines 10 

Father,  I  dare  believe 175 

Father,  I  stretch  my  hand's  to  thee......  284 


560  TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES. 

Father,  I  wait  before  thy  throne 82 

Father  of  all,  in  every  age 538 

Father  of  boundless  grace 104 

Father  of  Jesus  Christ,  my  Lord 188 

Father  of  me  and  all  mankind 272 

Father  of  mercies,  in  thy  word 25 

Few  are  thy  days,  and  full  of  woe 418 

Forever  blessed  be  the  Lord 323 

Frequent  the  day  of  God  returns 392 

Friend  after  friend  departs 428 

From  all  that  dwell  below  the  skies 251 

From  Calvary  a  cry  was  heard 72 

From  every  stormy  wind  that  blows 277 

From  Greenland's  icy  mountains 94 

From  whence  does  this  union  arise 290 

Give  me  a  sober  mind 282 

Giver  and  guardian  of  my  sleep 397 

Giver  of  concord,  Prince  of  peace 540 

Give  to  the  Father  praise 553 

Give  to  the  Lord,  ye  sons  of  fame 14 

Give  to  the  winds  thy  fears 848 

Glory  to  God  on  high 387 

Glory  to  God!  who  reigns  above 51 

Glory  to  Jesus  for  his  love 529 

Glory  to  thee,  my  God,  this  night 400 

Go,  and  the  Saviour's  grace  proclaim...     86 
God  counts  the  sorrows  of  his  saints...  209 

God  in  the  Gospel  of  his  Son 29 

God  is  a  spirit,  just,  and  wise 352 

God  is  in  this,  and  every  place 39 

God  is  my  strong  salvation 319 

God  moves  in  a  mysterious  way 329 

God,  my  Supporter,  and  my  Hope 341 

God  of  all  grace  and  majesty 289 


TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES.  561 

God  of  all  power,  and  truth,  and  grace  220 

God  of  all  redeeming  grace 221 

God  of  eternity,  from  thee 411 

Go,  my  beloved  husband,  go 506 

Go,  preach  my  Gospel,  saith  the  Lord...  85 
"Go,  teach  the  nations,  and  baptize;"...  380 
Go,  watch  and  pray;  thou  canst  not  tell  286 

Grace,  like  an  uncorrupted  seed 199 

Grace!  'tis  a  charming  sound 325 

Gracious  Father,  gracious  Lord 277 

Gracious  Redeemer,  shake 284 

Great  God,  at  whose  all-powerful  call...  493 
Great  God,  beneath  whose  piercing  eye  492 
Great  God,  indulge  my  humble  claim..,  214 

Great  God,   now  condescend 378 

Great  God  of  nations,  now  to  thee 490 

Great  God!  the  nations  of  the  earth 98 

Great  God!  to  me  the  sight  afford 183 

Great  God,  we  sing  that  mighty  hand...  406 
Great  God!  who  laid  on  Zion's  mount...  475 

Great  is  the  Lord  our  God 480 

Great  King  of  Glory,  come 477 

Great  lluler  of  the  earth  and  skies 490 

Great  was  the  day,  the  joy  was  great...  83 
Guide  me,  O  thou  great  Jehovah 549 

Had  I  the  tongues  of  Greeks  and  Jews  353 

Hail,  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost 11 

Hail,  Temp' ranee,  fair  celestial  ray 499 

Hail  the  blest  morn!  when  the  great...     47 

Happy  soul,  thy  days  are  ended 416 

Happy  the  man  that  finds  the  grace...  240 

Happy  the  man  to  whom  his  God 186 

Hark!  from  the  tombs  a  doleful  sound...  421 

Hark!  how  the  Gospel  trumpet  sounds..  *  250 

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562  TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES. 


Hark!  how  the  -watchmen  cry 306 

Hark,  the  glad  sound,  the  Saviour  comes  48 

Hark!  the  voice  of  love  and  mercy 58 

Hast  thou,  my  soul !  improv'd  each  &c.  403 

Hear,  gracious  God,  my  humble  prayer  174 

Hear  the  royal  proclamation 131 

Heaven  is  a  place  of  endless  rest 449 

He  comes!  He  comes!  the  Judge  severe  440 

He  dies!  the  Friend  of  sinners  dies 58 

He  lives — the  great  Redeemer  lives 63 

Hell!  'tis  a  word  of  dreadful  sound 465 

Heralds  of  the  King  of  kings 275 

Here,  in  the  presence  of  our  God....;....  266 

He's  come  !  let  every  knee  he  bent 76 

He  wills  that  I  should  holy  be 219 

High  on  his  everlasting  throne 375 

Ho!  every  one  that  thirsts,  draw  nigh...  110 

Holy,  and  true,  and  righteous  Lord 227 

Holy  as  thou,  0  Lord,  is  none 19 

How  beauteous  are  their  feet.... » 84 

How  blest  the  righteous  when  he  dies...  417 

How  can  a  sinner  know 202 

How  can  I  vent  my  grief 357 

How  happy  are  they 246 

How  happy  every  child  of  grace 233 

How  happy  is  the  pilgrim's  lot 503 

CHow  helpless  guilty  nature  lies 199 

How  long  shall  death,  the  tyrant,  reign  429 

How  lost  was  my  condition 184 

How  perfect  is  thy   word 31 

How  pleasant,  how  divinely  fair 479 

How  precious  is  the  Book  Divine 24 

How  precious  is  the  name 248 

How  sad  our  state  by  nature  is 158 

How  shall  the  young  secuie  their  hearts  28 


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How  sweet  the  hour  of  closing  day 426 

How  sweet  the  name  of  Jesus  sounds...  256 

How  sweet,  how  heavenly  is  the  sight...  291 

How  swift  the  torrent  rolls 448 

How  tedious  and  tasteless  the  hours...  249 

I  ask  the  gift  of  righteousness 181 

I  call  the  world's  Redeemer  mine 432 

I  know  that  my  Redeemer  lives 218 

I'm  glad  that  I  was  born  to  die.. 502 

In  evil  long  I  took  delight 156 

Infinite  grace!  and  can  it  be 23 

In  God  let  all  his  saints  rejoice 345 

In  hope,  against  all  human  hope 189 

Intemp'rance,  like  a  raging  flood 497 

In  that  sad,  memorable  night 381 

In  thy  great  name,  0  Lord,  we  come...  274 

In  vain  would  boasting  reason  find 230 

I  the  good  fight  have  fought 324 

I  thirst,  thou  wounded  Lamb  of  God...  229 

I  want  a  principle  within 287 

I  would  not  live  alway;  I  ask  not  to  stay  464 

Jehovah  reigns  ;  he  dwells  in  light 8 

Jerusalem!  my  happy  home 449 

Jesus!  and  shall  it  ever  be 323 

Jesus,  at  whose  supreme  command 3$2 

Jesus  comes  with  all  his  grace 211 

Jesus,  faithful  to  his  word 431 

Jesus,  great  Shepherd  of  the  sheep 293 

Jesus,  I  love  thy  charming  Name 510 

Jesus,  immortal  King,  arise 67 

Jesus,  I  my  cross  have  taken 523 

Jesus,, let  thy  pitying  eye \... 361 

Jesus,  Lord,  we  look  to  thee 302 


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Jesus,  lover  of  my  soul 810 

Jesus,  my  all,  to  heaven  is  gone 337 

Jesus,  my  Lord,  attend 268 

Jesus,  my  Lord,  to  glory's  gone 446 

Jesus,  my  Saviour  and  my  Lord 29 

Jesus,  my  Saviour,  Brother,  Friend 280 

Jesus,  my  strength  and  righteousness...  370 

Jesus,  my  Truth,  my  Way 217 

Jesus,  Redeemer  of  mankind.. 137 

Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun 87 

Jesus,  the   all-restoring  Word 265 

Jesus,  the  Conqu'ror,  reigns 318 

Jesus,  the  name  high  over  all 92 

Jesus,  the  sinner's  friend,  to  thee 146 

Jesus,  the  sinner's  rest  thou  art 225 

Jesus,  the  word  of  mercy  give 91 

Jesus,  thou  all-redeeming  Lord 368 

Jesus,  thou  sovereign  Lord  of  all 267 

Jesus,  thy  far  extended  fame 40 

Jesus,  thy  loving  Spirit  alone 222 

Jesus,  thy  servants  bless 102 

Jesus,  thy  wand'ring  sheep  behold 367 

Jesus,  to  thy  dear  wounds  we  flee 443 

Jesus,  united  by  thy  grace 290 

Jesus,  we  look  to  thee 304 

Jesus,  whose  glory's  streaming  rays...  179 

Join  all  who  love  the  Saviour's  name...  237 

Joy  to  the  world;  the  Lord  is  come 45 

Know,  sinner,  every  one  is  free 122 

Laden  with  guilt,  and  full  of  fears 27 

Laden  with  guilt,  sinners  arise 140 

Lamb  of  God  for  sinners  slain ,  161 

Lamb  of  God,  we  fall  before  thee 193 


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Let  all  the  heathen  -writers  join 33 

Let  all  who  truly  bear 381 

Let  every  mortal  ear  attend 109 

Let  every  tongue  thy  goodness  speak...  243 

Let  him  to  whom  we  now  belong 221 

Let  not  the  wise  their  wisdom  boast...  187 

Let  the  redeem'd  give  thanks  and  praise  172 

Let  thoughtless  thousands  choose  &c...  330 

Let  thy  kingdom,  blessed  Saviour 515 

Let  Zion  in  her  King  rejoice 321 

Let  Zion's  watchmen  all  awake 93 

Life  is  the  time  to  serve  the  Lord 409 

Lift  up  your  hearts  to  things  above 541 

Light  of  the  Gentile  world,  appear 171 

Like  Bartimeus,  we  are  blind 117 

Lo!  He  comes,  with  clouds   descending  437 

Long  have  I  seemed  to  serve  thee,  Lord  349 

Look  down,  0  Lord,  with  pitying  eye...  37 

Look  unto  Him,  ye  nations;  own 232 

Look  up,  the  harvest  fields  are  white...  483 

Lo!  on  a  narrow  neck  of  land 533 

Lord,  all  I  am  is  known  to  thee 17 

Lord,  at  thy  feet  I  prostrate  fall 157 

Lord,  at  thy  feet  we  sinners  lie 174 

Lord,  dismiss  us  with  thy  blessing 473 

Lord,  how  secure  my  conscience  was...  163 

Lord,  I  believe  a  rest  remains 225 

Lord,  in  the  morning  I  will  send 394 

Lord,  in  the  morning  thou  shalt  hear...  393 

Lord  of  the  harvest,  hear 369 

Lord  of  the  Sabbath !  hear  us  pray 391 

Lord,  thou  hast  search' d  and  seen  &c...  16 

Lord,  thou  wilt  hear  me  when  I  pray...  402 

Lord,  we  are  vile,  conceived  in  sin 35 

Lord,  we  come  before  thee  now 275 


566  TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES. 

Lord,  what  our  ears  have  heard 379 

Lord,  what  was  man  when  made  at  first     37 

Lord,  when  together  here  we  meet 471 

Love  fills  all  heaven  with  light 505 

Lovers  of  pleasure  more  than  God 138 

Lo!  we  see  the  sign  appearing 439 

Mary  to  the  Saviour's  tomb 538 

May  the  grace  of  Christ  our  Saviour...  552 

Men  of  God,  go,  take  your  stations 371 

Mercy,  descending  from  above 486 

Methinks  the  last  great  day  is  come...  444 
Mid  scenes  of  confusion  and  creature...  296 
Mid  sorrows  and  sadness  I'm  destin'd  497 
Millions  there  are  on  heathen  ground...  99 
Mistaken  souls  that  dream  of  heaven...   179 

Mortals  awake,  with  angels  join 46 

My  dearest  friends  in  bonds  of  love...  471 

My  dear  Redeemer,  and  my  Lord 50 

My  drowsy  powers,  why  sleep  ye  so...   154 

My  former  hopes  are  fled 163 

My  God,  how  endless  is  thy  love 403 

My  God,  I  know,  I  feel  thee  mine 216 

My  God  in  whom  are  all  the  springs...   315 

My  God!  my  God!  to  thee  I  cry 142 

My  God,  my  life,  my  love 263 

My  God,  the  spring  of  all  my  joys 242 

My  God  was  with  me  all  the  night 398 

My  gracious,  loving  Lord 350 

My  hope,  my  all,  my  Saviour  thou 264 

My  Saviour,  my  Almighty  Friend 234 

My  Saviour's  pierced  side 377 

My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard 309 

My  soul  doth  magnify  the  Lord 537 

My  soul,  with  humble  fervor  raise 204 


TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES.  567 

My  sufferings  all  to  thee  are  known...   159 

My  thoughts  on  awful  subjects  roll 466 

My  trust  is  in  my  heavenly  Friend 339 

No,  Til  repine  at  death  no  more 429 

Nor  eye  hath  seen,  nor  ear  hath  heard  455 

Not  all  the  blood  of  beasts ■. 192 

Not  all  the  nobles  of  the  earth 207 

Not  all  the  outward  forms  on  earth 198 

Not  by  the  law  of  innocence 183 

Not  heaven's  wide  range  of  hallow' d  &c.  481 

Now  begin  the  heavenly  theme 258 

Now,  Christian  brethren,  ere  we  part...  473 

Now,  from  the  altar  of  our  hearts 400 

Now,  gracious  Lord,  thine  arm  reveal...  266 

Now  is  th'  accepted  time 124 

Now  let  my  soul,  eternal  King 31 

Now,  Lord,  fulfill  thy  faithful  word 102 

Now,  Lord,  the  heavenly  seed  is  sown...  371 
Now  the  shades  of  night  are  gone 395 

0!  blessed  souls  are  they 185 

Of  him  who  did  salvation  bring 64 

0  come,  and  dwell  in  me 229 

0  for  a  breeze  of  heavenly  love 514 

0  for  a  closer  walk  with  God 360 

0  for  a  faith  that  will  not  shrink 279 

O  for  a  heart  to  praise  my  God 213 

0  for  a  thousand  tongues  to  sing 231 

0  for  that  flame  of  living  fire 354 

0  for  that  tenderness  of  heart 146 

0  for  the  death  of  those 427 

0  God,  most  merciful  and  true 223 

0  God!  our  help  in  ages  past 342 

0  God,  thou  art  my  God  alone 544 


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0  God,  though  countless  -worlds  of  light  480 

0  happy  day  that  fix'd  my  choice 191 

Oh!  for  a  glance  of  heavenly  day. 160 

Oh!  give  me,  Lord,  my  sins  to  mourn...   143: 

Oh  time  how  few  thy  value  weigh 408 

Oh!  if  my  soul  hut  felt  its  woe 542 

Oh,  what  amazing  word3  of  grace 125 

0  joyful  sound  of  Gospel  grace 220 

0  Land  of  rest,  for  thee  I  sigh..... 460 

0  let  our  thoughts  and  wishes  fly 448 

0  let  the  pris'ner's  mournful  cries 288 

0  Lord,  another  day  has  flown 401 

0  Lord,  how  vile  am  I... 164 

0  Lord,  our  fathers  oft  have  told 491 

0  Lord,  our  God,  thy  light  and  truth...  488 

0  Lord,  our  God,  we  bless  thee  now 552 

On  all  the  earth  thy  Spirit  shower 366 

Once  more  a  pleasant  interview 290 

Once  more,  my  soul,  the  rising  day 397 

One  thing  is  needful,  one  alone 125 

On  Jordan's  stormy  banks  I  stand 453 

On  this  glad  day,  0  God,  we  would 500 

0  Sun  of  righteousness,  arise 173 

0  tell  me  no  more 241 

0  that  I  could  my  Lord  receive 144 

0  that  I  could  repent 142 

0  that  I  could  revere 145 

0  that  my  load  of  sin  were  gone 143 

0  the  delights,  the  heavenly  joys 64 

0  thou  dear  suffering  Son  of  God 55 

0  Thou,  from  whom  all  goodness  flows  274 

0  thou  God  of  my  salvation 244 

0  Thou,  in   whose  presence 334 

0  Thou,   my  life,  my  joy 344 

0  Thou,  our  Saviour,  Brother,  Friend...  280 


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0  Thou  that  hangedst  on  the  tree 531 

0  Thou  that  wouldst  not  have 414 

0  Thou,  to  whose  all-searching  sight...  215 
0  Thou,  who  all  things  canst  control...   354 

0  Thou,  who  earnest  from  above 545 

0  Thou,  whom  all  thy  saints  adore 269 

0  Thou,  whose  mercy  hears 365 

0 'tis  delight  without  alloy 245 

Our  bondage  it  shall  end  by  and  by...   518 

Our  heavenly  Father,  hear 261 

Our  sins  on  Christ  were  laid 71 

Our  souls  by  love  together  knit 292 

0,  when  shall  I  see  Jesus 312 

0  where  shall  rest  be  found 134 

0  why  should  gloomy  thoughts  arise...   140 

Peace,  troubled  soul,  thou  needst  not  ...  333 

People  of  the  living  God 305 

Physician  of  the  sin-sick  soul 166 

Plung'd  in  a  gulf  of  dark  despair 59 

Praise  God,  from  whom  all  blessings...  552 

Praise  the  name  of  God  most  high 554 

Praise  ye  the  Lord;  exalt  his  name 252 

Praise  ye  the  Lord,  'tis  good  to  raise...  234 
Praise  ye  the  Lord,  who  reigns  above...     49 

Pray' r  is  appointed  to  convey 261 

Pray'r  is  the  soul's  sincere  desire 260' 

"Proclaim,"  saith  Christ,  "my  wondrous  378 

Rejoice,  the  Lord  is  King 253 

Religion  is  a  glorious  treasure 509 

Religion  is  the  chief  concern 511 

Religion's  form  is  vain 349 

Repent,  the  voice  celestial  cries 120 

Return,  and  come  to  God 129 


570  TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES. 

Return,  my  soul,  enjoy  thy  rest 388 

Return,  0  wanderer,  return 139 

Rise,  my  soul,  and  stretch  thy  wings...  535 

Round  the  Temp'rance  standard  rally...  499 

Salvation!  0  the  joyful  sound 232 

Saviour,  I  do  feel  thy  merit 257 

Saviour,  I  now  with  shame  confess 365 

Saviour,  visit  thy  plantation 271 

Saw  ye  my  Saviour!  saw  ye  my 68 

See,  how  the  morning  sun 396 

See  Israel's  gentle  Shepherd  stand 380 

See,  Jesus,  thy  disciples  see 298 

See  th'    eternal  Judge   descending 438 

Servant  of  God,  well  done 374 

Shall  man,  0  God  of  light  and  life 433 

Shed  not  a  tear  o'er  your  friend's  early  519 

Shepherd  divine,  our  wants  relieve 271 

Shepherd  of  Israel,  thou  dost  keep 482 

Shepherd  of  souls,  with  pitying  eye 96 

Show  pity,  Lord,  0  Lord  forgive 155 

Since  Jesus  freely  did  appear 500 

Sing  to  the  great  Jehovah's  praise 406 

Sing  to  the  Lord,  Jehovah's  name 249 

Sing  to  the  Lord,  ye  distant  lands 508 

Sin  has  a  thousand  treacherous  arts 38 

Sin,  like  a  venomous  disease 36 

Sinner,   O  why  so  thoughtless  grown...  120 

Sinners,  obey  the  Gospel  word 116 

Sinners,  the  call  obey 107 

Sinners,  the  voice  of  God  regard 121 

Sinners!  this  solemn  truth  regard 195 

Sinners,  turn,  why  will  ye  die 112 

Sinners,  will  you  scorn  the  message...  132 

Soldiers  of  Christ,  arise 320 


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Soldiers  of  the  Cross,  arise 314 

Songs  of  praise  the  angels  sang 255 

Soon  as  I  heard  my  Father  say 340 

Sov'reign  of  all  the  worlds  on  high 205 

Sovereign  Ruler,  Lord  of  all 165 

Spirit,  leave  thy  house  of  clay 433 

Spirit  of  faith,  come  down 206 

Sow  in  the  morn  thy  seed 101 

Stern  winter  throws  his  icy  chains 496 

Stop,  poor  sinner,  and  look  yonder 118 

Stretch' d  on  the  cross  the  Saviour  dies     70 

Surrounded  by  a  host  of  foes 317 

Sweet  is  the  work,  my  God,  my  King...   390 

Sweet  rivers  of  redeeming  love 458 

Sweet  was  the  time  when  first  I  felt...  356 

Teach  me  the  measure  of  my  days 541 

Terrible  thought!  shall  I  alone 136 

That  awful  day  will  surely  come 437 

That  doleful  night  before  his  death 384 

The  broken  bread,  the  blessed  cup 385 

The  counsels  of  redeeming  grace 26 

The  crowd,  the  poor,  unthinking  crowd  39 

The  day  is  past  and  gone 399 

Thee  we  adore,  eternal  Name 410 

Thee  we  adore,  Eternal  AVord 42 

The  eye  of  God  is  everywhere 18 

The  faithless  world  promiscuous  flow...  528 

The  flow'ry  spring,   at  God's  command  494 

The  glorious  day  is  drawing  nigh 461 

The  God  Jehovah  reigns 9 

The  grave  is  now  a  favored  spot 422 

The  great  Archangel's  trump  shall  &c...  441 

The  heavenly  home  is  bright  and  fair  461 

The  King  of  heaven  his  table  spreads...  130 


572  TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES. 

The  Law  and  Prophets  all  foretold 103 

The  Lord  himself,  the  mighty  Lord 347 

The  Lord  Jehovah  reigns 533 

The  Lord  isris'n  indeed 62 

The  Lord  my  pasture  shall  prepare 331 

The  Lord  my  Shepherd  is 338 

The  Lord  of  earth  and  sky 405 

The  Lord  of  life,  with  glory  crown'd...  62 

The  Lord,  the  God  of  glory,  reigns 15 

The  moment  a  sinner  believes 177 

The  once  lov'd  form,  now  cold  and  dead  426 

There  is  a  fountain  fill' cl  with  blood...  74 

There  is  a  glorious  world  of  light 487 

There  is  a  God,    all  nature  speaks 7 

There  is  a   happy   land 489 

There  is  a  heaven  above  the  skies 520 

There  is  a  land  far  out  of  sight 451 

There  is  a  land  immortal 543 

There  is  a  land  of  pure  delight 450 

There  is  a  place  where  my  hopes  are...  454 

There  is  a  spot  to  me  more  dear 548 

The  Saviour  calls — let   ev'ry  ear 108 

The  Saviour!  O,  what  endless  charms...  182 

The  Saviour  when  to  heaven  he  rose...  100 

The  spacious  firmament  on  high 512 

The  Spirit  breathes  upon  the  word 27 

The  thing  my  God  doth  hate 213 

The  time  is  short !  the  season  near 408 

The  voice  of  free  grace  cries,  "Escape  to  128 

The  wisdom  own'd  by  all  thy  sons 189 

This  is  the  day  the  Lord  hath  made...  391 

This  Godis  the  God  we  adore 554 

This  is  the  word  of  truth  and  love 32 

This  stone  to  thee,  in  faith,  we  lay 476 

Thou  art  our  Shepherd,   glorious  God...  488 


TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES.  573 

Thou  didst,  0  mighty  God,  exist 8 

Though  I  have  grieved  thy  Spirit,  Lord  175 

Though  Lord  of  all  the  worlds  on  high  206 

Though  parents  may  in  cov'nant  be 127 

Though  troubles    assail 326 

Thou  hidden  source  of  calm  repose 328 

Thou  Judge  of  quick  and  dead 442 

Thou,  Lord,  hast  blest  my  going  out 286 

Thou  Shepherd  of  Israel  and  mine... —  236 

Thou  sweet  gliding  Kedron,  by  thy 513 

Thus  far  the  Lord  hath  led  me  on 401 

Thus  I  resolv'd  before  the  Lord 285 

Thus  saith  the  Lord,  "My  Son  shall 89 

Thus  saith  the  Lord — 'tis  God  commands  100 

Thus  spake  the  Saviour,  when  he  sent  373 

Thy  ceaseless,  unexhausted  love 22 

Thy  law  is  perfect,  Lord  of  light 30 

Thy  life  I  read,  my   gracious  Lord 424 

Thy  presence,  gracious  God,  afford 276 

Thy  providence,  great  God,  we  praise...  493 

'Tis  by  the  faith  of  joys  to  come 192 

'Tis  finished!  the  Messiah  dies 73 

"Tis  finished!"  so  the  Saviour  cried...  383 

'Tis  good  to  wait  upon  the  Lord 273 

'Tis   my  happiness  below 527 

'Tis  sweet  to  rest  in  lively  hope 551 

To-day,  if  you  will  hear  God's  voice 108 

To-day  we  lay  the  corner  stone 475 

To  Father,  Son,  and  Holy  Ghost 553 

To  God  the  Father,  God  the  Son 553 

To  Jesus,  our  exalted  Lord 386 

To  praise  th'   ever  bounteous  Lord 495 

To  praise  the  Father,  and  the  Son 553 

To  us  a  child  is  born  from  heaven 44 

Try  us,  O  God,  and  search  the  ground...  299 


574  TABLE  OF  FIRST  LINES. 

'Twas  by  an  order  from  the  Lord 24 

'Twas  Jesus'  last  and  great  command...     89 
'Twas  the  commission  of  our  Lord 376 

Uncertain  how  the  way  to  find 300 

Unvail  thy  bosom,  faithful  tomb 422 

Urge  on  your   rapid   course 318 

Vain  are  the  hopes  the  sons  of  men 194 

Vain,  delusive  world,  adieu 336 

Vain  man,  thy  fond  pursuits  forbear...   123 

Victim  Divine,  thy  grace  we  claim 530 

Vital  spark  of  heavenly  flame 419 

"Watchman!    tell  us  of  the  night 95 

We  bless  the  Prophet  of  the  Lord 66 

We  by  his  Spirit  prove 203 

We  have  no  outward  righteousness 187 

Welcome,  sweet  day  of  rest 389 

"We  love  thee,  Lord,   and  we  adore 322 

We  speak  of  the  realms  of  the  bless' d...  504 

What  am  I,  O  thou  glorious  God 190 

"What  happy  children  who  follow  Jesus  469 

What  is  our  calling's  glorious  hope 224 

What  poor   despised  company 511 

What  sinners  value,   I  resign 434 

What's  this  that  steals,  that  steals  upon  507 

What  various  hindrances  we  meet 262 

"When  Adam  sinn'd,  thro'  all  his  race...     38 

Wxhen  any  turn  from  Zion's  way 355 

When  blooming  youth  is  snatched  away  425 

When  for  eternal  worlds   we   steer 536 

"When    God  reveal' d  his  gracious  name  200 

When  I   can  read  my  title  clear 331 

When  I  survey  the  wondrous  cross 57 


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When  marshal' d  on  the  nightly  plain...  67 

When  Paul  was  parted  from  his  friends  372 

When  rising  from  the  bed  of  death 170 

When  shall  thy  love  constrain 147 

When  shall  I  have  the  inward  voice...  80 

When  the  last  trumpet's  awful  voice...  430 

When  we,    with  welcome  slumber  prest  395 

Where  two,  or  three,  with  sweet  accord  267 

Wherewith,  0  Lord,  shall  I  draw  near  169 

While  life  prolongs  its  precious  light...  133 

While  on  the  verge  of  life  I  stand 463 

While  shepherds  watch'd  their  flock  by  43 

While  to  the  grave  our  friends  are  borne  423 

While  wand'ring  to  and  fro 525 

Who  are  these  array'd  in  white 457 

Who  will  go  to  rear  the  standard 95 

Why  do  we  mourn  for  dying  friends...  420 

Why  is  my  heart  so  far  from  thee 363 

Why  should  the  children  of  a  King 78 

Why  should  we  boast  of  time  to  come...  143 

Why  should  we  start,  and  fear  to  die...  413 

Why  will  ye  lavish  out  your  years 141 

Wide  is  the  gate,  and  broad  the  way...  505 

With  aching  heart  and  weeping  eyes...  154 

With  heavenly  power,  0  Lord,  defend...  482 

With  holy  fear  and  humble  song 465 

With  joy  we  meditate  the  grace 388 

With  my  whole  heart  I'll  raise  my  song  840 

With  tears  of  anguish  I  lament 165 

Would  Jesus  have  the  sinner  die 56 

Ye  angels  who  mortals  attend 522 

Ye  foll'wers  of  the  Prince  of  Peace 385 

Ye  golden  lamps  of  heaven  !  farewell...  447 

Ye  humble  souls,  approach  your  God...  20 


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Ye  humble  souls,    that  seek  the  Lord...     61 

Ye  messengers  of  Christ 85 

Ye  mourners  who,  in  silent  gloom 421 

Ye  pilgrims  that  are  wand'ring  home...  473 

Ye  ransom'd  sinners,  hear 238 

Ye  servants  of  the  Lord... 88 

Yes,  my  native  land,  I  love  thee 97 

Ye  soldiers  of  Jesus,  pray  stand  to  your  515 

Ye  sons  of  men,  a  feeble  race 343 

Ye  that  pass  by,  behold  the  Man 54 

Ye  unconverted,  careless  souls 1-12 

Ye  visions  bright  of  heavenly  birth 543 

Ye  weary,   heavy  laden  souls...., 313 

Ye,  who  in  former  days 358 

Ye  wretched,  hungry,  starving  poor 114 

Yield  to  me  now,  for  I  am  weak 150 

Yonder— amazing  sight  !  I  see 69 


